Senior Accountant

Merraine Group, Inc.

Merraine Group, Inc.

Accounting & Finance
Reading, PA, USA
USD 85k-110k / year
Posted on May 22, 2025

Overview: Join a fast-paced, mission-driven organization as a Senior Accountant. This role focuses on nonprofit accounting, grants management, and financial reconciliation, ensuring compliance and financial accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform accurate bank and account reconciliations.
  • Oversee reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
  • Ensure compliance with donor restrictions for endowments and grants.
  • Work with grant managers on proper revenue and expenditure recording.
  • Prepare financial reports and assist in audits.
  • Support financial planning and year-end closing.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 3+ years of nonprofit or grant accounting experience.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial standards.
  • Preferred experience in higher education and Ellucian Colleague.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
  • CPA certification is a plus.

Key Competencies & Attributes:

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proactive and able to work independently.

Work Environment & Benefits:

  • On-site role with a collaborative team.
  • Salary range: $85,000-$110,000.
  • Growth potential into a Controller role.

Ideal for motivated professionals seeking impactful nonprofit work.