Senior Accountant, General Accounting

Corus International • Washington, DC

2d • $62,000 - $99,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Corus International is seeking a Senior Accountant, General Accounting to join our Finance & Administration team. This position reports directly to the Director, General Accounting and can be based in our Washington, DC or Baltimore, Maryland office. This is a hybrid-remote position working two days each week in the office on Tuesday and Wednesday. Position Summary: The Senior Accountant is responsible for day-to-day general accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, month- and year-end close, cash flow and treasury activities, and bank reconciliations in accordance with internal controls, GAAP, and established policies and procedures. This role performs all responsibilities with a high level of attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness, and ensures audit readiness through proper documentation and reconciliations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Minimum three years of relevant general accounting experience including A/P, A/R, G/L, and other similar accounting functions.
• Experience with an ERP financial system
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to follow established processes and internal controls.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Flexibility and willingness to respond to a rapidly changing environment while managing multiple priorities as part of a cross-functional team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Sage Intacct strongly preferred.
• Experience working in an international nonprofit organization a plus.

Responsibilities

• General Ledger Maintenance and Month-End and Year-end Close Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations; research and analyze discrepancies.
• Prepare month-end and year-end schedules.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing process, ensuring transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP and internal policies and procedures.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries for general ledger accounts.
• Maintain fixed asset and inventory schedules.
• Cash Flow Management and Treasury Prepare monthly client and donor billings; coordinate with international finance and project teams to ensure invoices meet contractual requirements.
• Prepare and analyze accounts receivable aging reports across all entities, with a primary focus on client/donor and employee receivables; coordinate with relevant colleagues to ensure timely collection and, where applicable, payroll deductions for employee A/R.
• Process and safeguard all cash receipts in accordance with internal control policies and procedures, ensuring proper handling of contributions and other payments to Corus.
• Serve as a key point of contact for staff regarding billing and cash deposit inquiries.
• Ensure source documentation for cash receipt processing is appropriately coded and approved in accordance with each agency's revenue recognition policies.
• Process monthly cash contribution batches and reconcile activity to bank statements, ensuring all receipts agree to monthly cash reports.
• Ensure all cash receipts are deposited and recorded in the general ledger accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare and execute drawdowns against letters of credit.
• Review and approve country office cash advances in accordance with policies and procedures.
• General Accounting & Statutory Compliance Support annual audit activities and Form 990 preparation.
• Identify and recommend process improvements and participate in initiatives to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity.
• Interpret finance policies and provide guidance, coding assistance and instruction to staff.
• Perform certain duties of other accounting personnel during absences.
• Perform analysis and other projects assigned.

Benefits

• Corus International provides a competitive, growth-oriented, yet fiscally responsible compensation program.
• Additionally, Corus provides a comprehensive and competitive employee benefit package to protect our valued and dedicated staff and their families.
• Our benefits include three medical plan options with comprehensive prescription drug coverage, low-cost dental coverage with 100% paid vision insurance.
• Corus also provides a generous retirement plan and PTO to include vacation, sick, holiday, parental, jury, international travel, and bereavement leave; employer-sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance; employee wellness incentives, and employee work/life balance and assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees