Stand Together · 14 hours ago
Senior Accountant
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expStand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems. They are seeking a highly skilled Technical Accounting Manager to lead complex accounting areas, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and driving process improvements.
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Responsibilities
Have a deep understanding of US GAAP and ASC guidance
Interpret and apply new accounting standards confidently
Draft technical accounting memos, maintain accounting policies, and ensure compliance with those policies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess accounting implications of new initiatives and contracts
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for explaining intricate processes clearly to non-accounting stakeholders
Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for accuracy and monthly financial statements that comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Recommend process improvements and innovations that will increase the team's effectiveness
Perform monthly closing responsibilities, including preparing journal entries for review by accounting management
Work with accounting management and the external audit firm to ensure an efficient annual audit process
Gain an understanding of general ledger accounts and effectively communicate to members of the Accounting and Finance team the activity that has occurred and the resulting financial reporting implications
Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data
Develop and implement accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures and recommending changes when necessary
Qualification
Required
Have a deep understanding of US GAAP and ASC guidance
Interpret and apply new accounting standards confidently
Draft technical accounting memos, maintain accounting policies, and ensure compliance with those policies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess accounting implications of new initiatives and contracts
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for explaining intricate processes clearly to non-accounting stakeholders
Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for accuracy and monthly financial statements that comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Recommend process improvements and innovations that will increase the team's effectiveness
Perform monthly closing responsibilities, including preparing journal entries for review by accounting management
Work with accounting management and the external audit firm to ensure an efficient annual audit process
Gain an understanding of general ledger accounts and effectively communicate to members of the Accounting and Finance team the activity that has occurred and the resulting financial reporting implications
Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data
Develop and implement accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures and recommending changes when necessary
3-5+ years of accounting experience, including experience reviewing the work of others
Strong Excel skills including ability to use pivot tables, Vlookups, etc
Highly entrepreneurial and detail-oriented
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA
Experience in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations
Familiarity with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau
Proficiency in financial systems such as Sage Intacct, Concur, Blackline, and advanced Excel
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving
Benefits
6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting
Flexible time off
Comprehensive health and dental plans
Wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace
Company
Stand Together
Stand Together is a non-profit organization management company that specializes in education, trade, foreign policy.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Tracy Tomasso
Vice President, Infrastructure
Brian Howe
Managing Director, Ventures Lab Studio
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