Senior Accountant Job at United Way (South Burlington)

Senior Accountant

United Way

Location:
United States , South Burlington

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

75000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Senior Accountant will work closely with the CFO and other members of the finance and accounting team to support the organization’s financial health. This role requires a solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the ability to manage various accounting tasks that contribute to the efficient management of the organization’s finances. The Senior Accountant will lead accurate financial reporting, oversee accounting processes, and support the organization’s budget build process.

Job Responsibility:

General Ledger Management: Manage the general ledger, reconcile several GL balance sheet accounts monthly, maintain documentation for the annual audit, and ensure all transactions are accurately recorded according to GAAP
Month-end Close Process: Prepare and review month – end and year – end journal entries, including supporting schedules for recurring and non – recurring entries, to ensure alignment with GAAP
Bank Reconciliation: Perform monthly bank reconciliation, resolving any discrepancies
Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual finance statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports
Budget Support: Support the CEO and Program Leads in developing and monitoring the annual budget, providing ongoing analysis and reports on variance
Compliance Support: Work with the Grants Manager to ensure compliance with grant requirements and donor restrictions, particularly in tracking and reporting restricted and unrestricted funds
Compliance & Audit: Manages the independent audit for the organization and coordinates the filing of the annual IRS Form 990 and other financial compliance reporting
Special Projects: Participate in special financial projects, including financial analysis and system improvements
Team Leadership: Supervise finance and accounting, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment

Requirements:

4+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related field is required
Completion of 2–4-year degree in finance or accounting preferred
Use of accounting software required
knowledge of Abila MIP Accounting Software preferred
Proven experience working with relational databases
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills
Excellent analytical and organizational skills
A high degree of attention to detail and comfort in dealing with numbers, spreadsheets, and financial information
Ability to translate and effectively communicate financial concepts to various audiences with varying levels of financial understanding
Able to work independently and as a productive member of a team
Able to analyze a situation and develop and implement a solution

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 16, 2026

Expiration:
February 06, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

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