Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantTHE ROLE:NextGen America is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to be an integral part of the Accounting team. This role will be responsible for full-cycle accounting, including managing the general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, credit card statements and cash flow. A strong candidate will have a high attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills and strong customer service skills to support our program teams to carry out the mission of the organization.The ideal candidate has a passion for politics and a belief that young people will make the difference in America’s future. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice--and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and economic and racial justice from a progressive perspective, we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.This role will report to the Accounting Director and Controller.This is a fully remote position with no location requirement. We encourage candidates from all locations within the United States to apply.FLSA Classification: ExemptRemote Position: YesUnion Position: NoTravel Requirements: Less than 10%WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:Responsible for day-to-day management of the general ledger including reconciliations, entering journal entries, and ensuring proper revenue recognitionDrive the month-end close process, including cash and credit card reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accounting schedules are accurate and adjusting journal entriesSupporting monthly intercompany allocations processSupport year-end processes, including tax and 1099 filingsSupport annual audits including financial, 401k and workers comp auditsOversee semi-monthly payroll processingMonitoring of account payable systems and ensuring items are processed in timely manner and in accordance with policies and proceduresAssist with training supporting staffReview and process invoices and reimbursement requestsReview credit card transactions and manage receipt collectionsCollaborate with internal and external personnel for the purpose of implementing and/or maintaining programs and reporting expendituresProvide support in explaining policy and procedures to staffProvide support in financial reportingPerform other duties as assignedABOUT YOU:Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting and applicable federal and state lawsStrong understanding of accounting principles and financial reportingExcellent organizational and multitasking skillsExcellent attention to detail and high level of accuracyAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel / Google SheetsBackground in or knowledge of finance and accountingStrong analytical skills and some experience in financial modelingAbility to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast paced environmentWillingness to work long hours, when necessaryAbility to adhere to the highest standards of confidentialityComfortable working remotely in a highly collaborative distributed workforce settingCOMPENSATION:Salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000. The final base salary will be determined by various factors, including individual qualifications and internal parity, which will be objectively assessed during the interview process.BENEFITS:Our comprehensive benefits package plays an essential part in how we recognize you for your critical contribution toward our organization’s mission.Taking Care of Your Future:Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependentsShort-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salaryPrioritizing Your Work/Life Balance:Generous PTO and leave policies18 paid organization-wide holidaysSetting You Up for Success:Up to $150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs$100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goalsFlexible spending account for dependent careProfessional development opportunities to help you achieve your best selfABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-29 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.5 million young voters and educated many millions more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17