Nonprofit
Published 3/14/26 6:16PM

Senior Accountant

On-site, Work must be performed in or near Newark, NJ
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Full Time
    Start Date:
    March 30, 2026
    Application Deadline:
    March 27, 2026
    Education:
    4-Year Degree Required
    Experience Level:
    Managerial
    Salary:
    USD $80,000 - $85,000 / year
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Education, Urban Areas

    Description

    Position Summary

    Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the organization’s accounting operations and financial reporting across multiple program sites and funding sources. This position reports to the Controller and plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the monthly close process, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit and grant accounting requirements.

    The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, process-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Manage the monthly close process, including journal entries and account reconciliations
    • Oversee accounts payable, general ledger activity, and financial documentation
    • Ensure accurate tracking of expenses by program, funding source, and location
    • Prepare and review monthly financial reports
    • Assist with expense tracking and coding across programs and funding sources.
    • Maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures
    • Support annual audit preparation and financial documentation requests
    • Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and financial processes

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
    • 5+ years of accounting experience
    • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
    • Experience managing month-end close and general ledger accounting
    • Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel; experience with MIP Fund Accounting or similar nonprofit fund accounting systems strongly preferred
    • Nonprofit or grant accounting experience strongly preferred

    Compensation

    Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits available.

    Benefits

    Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc. offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, employer-paid life insurance, retirement savings with employer match, paid time off, holidays, and professional development opportunities.

    Level of Language Proficiency

    English

    Location

    On-site
    420 Hawthorne Ave, Newark, NJ 07112, USA

    How to Apply

    Please include your resume and cover letter when applying.

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