Accountant, Nonprofit

Cedarstone

Nonprofit Accountant managing accounting operations for a portfolio of nonprofit clients. Ensuring accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls while providing support for financial decision-making.

Posted 4/17/2026part-timeRemote • Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $22 - $32 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
Prepare and post journal entries
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Manage accounts payable and receivable, including reconciliations
Prepare accurate and timely financial reports
Support budgeting processes and variance reporting
Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal control standards
Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned clients
Respond to financial inquiries clearly and promptly
Meet regularly with clients to review financials and support decision-making
Explain financial reports, including board-level reporting as needed
Support client onboarding, including system setup and process alignment
Coordinate annual audits and assist with required documentation
Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Partner with internal teams to ensure consistent, high-quality client service
Share knowledge and support team members as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two or more years of accounting experience using an accounting platform
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree with accounting coursework preferred
Nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred
Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent organization and time management skills
Proficiency with spreadsheets and accounting systems
Clear written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Life and AD and D insurance
Long-term disability
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
401(k) with company matching
Voluntary benefits including vision, dental, telemedicine, and accident and illness insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

general ledger maintenancejournal entriesfinancial reportingbudgeting processesGAAP complianceaccounts payableaccounts receivablevariance reportingfinancial analysisprocess improvement

Soft Skills

analytical abilitiesproblem-solvingorganizationtime managementclear communicationclient serviceteam supportdecision-makingclient onboardinginterpersonal skills

Certifications

Associate’s degree in accountingBachelor’s degree in accounting