Senior Accountant

Association for Financial Professionals • Bethesda, MD

10h • $71,000 - $75,000 • Remote

About The Position

Association for Financial Professionals (AFP) drives the future of finance and treasury by developing the leaders of tomorrow through world-class certifications, learning experiences, membership, events, and thought leadership. AFP's core values center on growth, collaboration, innovation, and courageous leadership. We are looking for people who are passionate about building products that create meaningful value for our members and customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• 2-4 years of experience in a staff accountant role or 1 year in a senior accountant role.
• A strong problem solver, fast learner, and hardworking individual who can maintain multiple different priorities.
• An adaptable person who is highly collaborative and fosters strong teamwork.
• Ability to collaborate in a virtual environment and enjoys a challenge in a fast-paced workplace.
• Experience with systems such as Concur, ADP, and Sage Intacct.

Nice To Haves

• CPA candidate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile monthly balance sheet accounts including Fixed Assets, Investments, Accrued Liabilities, Payroll, recording journal entries, and supporting the monthly close processes.
• Manage the accounts payable cycle, including invoice and expense report review and approvals, inputting expense vouchers into Concur reporting, payment processing (checks, ACH, wires), and vendor issue resolution.
• Process payroll changes and oversee bi-weekly payroll in coordination with HR, including audits, ADP submissions, and retirement/HSA contribution reporting.
• Monitors the daily compliance with federal and state regulations including W-2 and 1099 reporting, state property tax filings, and escheatment requirements.
• Support the annual audit by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation; participate in internal control and process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain documentation of financial workflows and contribute to the development of new procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency of the financial reporting function.
• Directly work with and assist the Controller and CFO in tasks such as budgeting, financial reporting, and financial system conversions for the Association.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + incentive compensation plan.
• Great career growth.
• Superb benefits plan, including a generous vacation/sick/holiday leave policy, medical, dental and vision health insurance, 401K plan with employer match and flexible schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior