Senior Accountant

Company: Vanguard Temporaries, Inc.
Location: Providence
Posted on: April 17, 2025

Job Description:

We're looking for a detail-focused Senior Accountant with solid experience in technical accounting to support the Director of Finance. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting grant compliance, producing financial reports, and reinforcing internal control procedures.

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Responsibilities:

General Ledger & Financial Reporting

Prepare and post all journal entries, including adjusting, closing, and reversing entries.
Maintain orderly and accurate general ledger records.
Analyze financial data to prepare monthly reports and annual financial statements.

Banking & Receivables

Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
Manage accounts receivable, including tuition invoicing and payment tracking.
Process and deposit funds in a timely manner; maintain detailed cash receipt records.

Payroll & Benefits

Reconcile payroll totals with payroll service reports monthly.
Post payroll and benefit entries into the fund accounting system.
Manage and remit employee retirement contributions on a biweekly basis.

Fixed Assets & Grants

Maintain fixed asset schedules and ensure audit documentation is complete.
Oversee grant accounting and ensure compliance with financial restrictions.
Prepare and submit grant reports and fund requests.

Compliance & Internal Controls

Monitor accounting systems for accuracy and ensure conformity with GAAP, GASB, and relevant fund accounting standards.
Recommend and implement improvements to internal controls and financial procedures.
Conduct periodic internal audits and assist with preparation for annual external audits.

Collaboration & Oversight

Provide support to the Administrative Accounting Assistant for accurate GL coding of AP and credit card transactions.
Assist with accounts payable and payroll processes while maintaining segregation of duties.
Support the Director of Finance in developing policies, maintaining audit relationships, and reviewing publicly submitted financial information for accuracy.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field (required).
Minimum of 5 years of professional accounting experience, ideally in K-12 education or a nonprofit environment.
Experience with fund accounting.
CPA certification (preferred).
Experience with MIP Fund Accounting software.
Strong knowledge of Excel and accounting database systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative.

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