Senior Accountant

Catholic Charities of Baltimore•Timonium, MD

4d•$86,000 - $91,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Catholic Charities of Baltimore is hiring a Senior Accountant to support the Agency’s financial stewardship through program accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and analysis for assigned areas. The role is accountable for producing accurate and timely financial information, monitoring funding and regulatory requirements, supporting audits and forecasting, and identifying issues that affect financial performance or operational decision-making. The Senior Accountant works with program leadership, internal stakeholders, and the Accounting Manager to strengthen financial oversight, support sound business decisions, and advance the organization’s mission. The hybrid schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with three days in the office and two days working from home. Hybrid arrangements are contingent on business needs, performance expectations, and Agency policy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field; an equivalent combination of relevant education and progressively responsible accounting experience may be considered.
Five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end close, and analysis.
Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, processes, internal controls, and applicable regulations.
Strong analytical and research skills, including the ability to interpret financial data, investigate technical accounting issues, identify root causes, and recommend solutions.
Judgment and problem-solving ability to recognize significant issues, assess risk, take appropriate action, and communicate concerns promptly.
Strong organizational and workload-management skills, including prioritizing competing responsibilities, managing multiple deadlines, and maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently, take accountability for assigned areas, and deliver complete, accurate, well-documented work.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.
Strong computer proficiency, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and business systems.
Ability to meet the physical and communication demands described for the role, including stationary work, moving between work sites, and sufficient hearing and vision to drive safely and observe and communicate with others.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting audits and budgeting or forecasting.
Experience in grant-funded, regulated, nonprofit, healthcare, or multi-program environments.

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate and timely financial statements for assigned programs, including calculating, documenting, and posting journal entries for monthly and year-end close.
Review financial results for compliance issues, errors, and budget variances; make or recommend corrective adjustments; and escalate significant concerns.
Develop annual budgets and periodic forecasts for assigned programs.
Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
Maintain working knowledge of funding-source regulations and reporting requirements to ensure compliance.
Monitor account activity and keep the supervisor and relevant staff informed of exceptions, follow-up actions, and account status.
Manage assigned work to meet deadlines for reports, reconciliations, and other deliverables.
Build and maintain working relationships with supervisors, program staff, funding-source representatives, partners, and internal clients.
Conduct periodic visits to assigned programs to review financial activity, strengthen operational understanding, and support accurate accounting and reporting.
Participate in required staff meetings, internal training, and external job-related training as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.