Job Title: Senior AccountantJob Description

The Senior Accountant is expected to stay current on applicable accounting standards and ensure that all work is performed in accordance with these standards. The role involves utilizing advanced capabilities in the Colleague Finance, Advancement, and Student modules, as well as the Synoptix report writer, to perform work efficiently, accurately, and timely. A strong emphasis is placed on payroll reconciliation experience, which is considered the most critical aspect of this role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and ensure the accuracy of monthly and year-end financial statements along with other standard internal reports.

• Prepare and file all tax forms and legal filings to ensure the fund remains in good standing.

• Oversee the annual audit process, preparation of the audit report, and review of the IRS form 990.

• Provide accounting guidance to the executive director of the foundation, the treasurer of finance, the treasurer of investments, and other board members upon request.

• Review the work of the gift processor and provide guidance to other development office employees.

• Provide accounting data for proposals, analyze event reports, and assist in the preparation of reports for donors.

• Collaborate with staff members in the development office, finance office, and departments to prepare budgets and monitor spending for scholarships and programs.

• Monitor spending of foundation funds and work to remove barriers to spending.

• Perform payroll reconciliation to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial standards.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent.

• Five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or financial management, preferably in a non-profit.

• Extensive experience in payroll reconciliation.

• Proficiency in accounting, Excel, audit, payroll, and payroll tax.

• Strong skills in general ledger, journal entry, and Synoptix.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

• Ability to supervise and review others' work.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision and resolve problems independently.

• Experience with database management.

• Proficiency with various software packages.

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CPA preferred.

• Experience with Colleague Finance and Synoptix (academic-specific software).

• Openness to learning new technology.

Work Environment

This position is based in an educational institution in Howard County, providing great benefits including a 37.5-hour work week, 4 weeks of accrued vacation, a week off between Christmas and New Year's, spring break, and 4 personal days. Initial training will be conducted in-office, followed by the option to work from home for 2 days a week after evaluation. The role requires proficiency with various software packages and the ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $41.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Columbia,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.