Senior Staff Accountant

Prospect Blue•Richmond, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

ProspectBlue has partnered with a Richmond-based organization seeking a Senior Staff Accountant. The role maintains accurate financial records, supports month-end and year-end close, prepares financial reports, and assists with budgeting and cash flow forecasting. The Senior Staff Accountant works with leadership, internal team members, and third-party service providers to support accounting operations, compliance, and process improvement. Responsibilities span general ledger maintenance and financial reporting; budget preparation and analysis; cash-flow monitoring; accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, billing, and other accounting operations; and audit and process support. The role also supports specialized billing and reimbursement processes related to foster care and state-funded services, including coordination with Medicaid billing partners. The position requires the employee to be located in or near Richmond, Virginia, and available for a hybrid schedule, with 2–3 days in the office.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally including general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close.
Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel.
Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with leadership, staff, vendors, and external partners.
High level of integrity and professionalism, and commitment to mission-driven work.
Must be located in or near Richmond, Virginia, and available for a hybrid work schedule with 2–3 days in the office.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
Experience within human services, nonprofit organizations, or other state-funded social service environments is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with state-funded reimbursement models, Title IV-E, or other state billing systems is a plus.
Experience with Melio, Extended Reach, or similar systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end and year-end close activities.
Record financial transactions accurately and promptly in accordance with GAAP.
Assist with preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Maintain organized financial records and support internal controls and accounting procedures.
Identify discrepancies and help resolve accounting issues.
Assist leadership with annual budget preparation.
Prepare monthly budget-to-actual reports and assist with variance analysis.
Support financial analysis to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
Assist with maintaining bi-weekly cash flow forecasts and monitor cash activity.
Provide financial information and reporting to support operational and strategic decisions.
Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, billing, and other general accounting functions.
Assist with payroll processing and 401(k) administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Coordinate with third-party service providers, including Medicaid billing partners, to support accurate and timely financial processing.
Support specialized billing and reimbursement processes related to foster care and state-funded services.
Track reimbursements, resolve billing discrepancies, and follow up on outstanding items.
Serve as a key contact for the external CPA and auditors and provide requested documentation and financial information.
Assist with audit preparation and ensure financial records are complete and well organized.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and overall efficiency.
Collaborate with internal team members and external partners to resolve issues and maintain smooth accounting operations.