Job Description

About Understood

Understood is a nonprofit focused on shaping the world for difference. We raise awareness of the challenges, skills, and strengths of people who learn and think differently. Our resources help people navigate challenges, gain confidence, and find support and community so they can thrive. Together, we can build a world where everyone can reach their full potential. Come be part of an organization with an entrepreneurial spirit that’s helping to shape the world for difference. To learn more about Understood, please visit: www.understood.org.

Role Summary: 

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to oversee general accounting operations by controlling and verifying our financial transactions. Senior Accountant responsibilities include reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining general ledger and preparing month-end close procedures. A successful Senior Accountant combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and assist with forecasts. The ideal candidate will ensure accuracy and effectiveness in all of our accounting tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
• Analyze financial information and summarize financial status
• Review, and implement modifications to accounting systems and procedures
• Provide input into department’s annual and quarterly goal setting process
• Prepare financial statements and assist with budgets and forecasting
• Assist with annual audits and regulatory filings, providing necessary documentation
• Support month-end and year-end close process
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles

Key Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, both public and private accounting ideal
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred but not required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures, statements, and awareness of business trends
• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), with familiarity of revenue recognition policies and procedures in compliance with accounting standards ASC 606
• Quantitative mindset and ability to be agile and autonomous
• Advanced Excel skills, including VLookup and pivot tables
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Hands-on experience with accounting software, such as Quickbooks Online and Bill.com
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities across all level of an organization
  

The base salary range for this role is minimum $85,000 – $100,000 maximum, depending on years of experience and qualifications. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports our team member’s and our family’s wellness.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Understood encourages individuals of all learning styles, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds, including those whose life experiences may include the challenge of access due to a disability, to apply for this position. We are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization, as we want to engage all those who can contribute to supporting this work.

Understood is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, physical or mental disability (where the applicant or employee is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation), any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, stalking, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law or that of persons with whom that individual associates, or any other legally protected characteristics.

For additional information on learning and thinking differences, including ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, dyspraxia, executive functioning issues, nonverbal learning disabilities, processing issues, and more, please visit www.understood.org.

How to Apply

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 80,000 - 100,000.

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