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Senior Staff Accountant

Vaco
$30.00 - $35.00 / hr
United States, New York, Manhattan
Jan 16, 2026
Client: Non Profit Role: Accountant Salary: $30/hr-$35/hr with a conversion salary range of $70,000-$75,000 Location: Manhattan, NY (Financial District) Hybrid 3 days a week onsite **Highly preferred to have skills with Financial Edge The Accountant** supports accurate financial reporting and day-to-day accounting operations in accordance with nonprofit accounting standards. This role is responsible for revenue processing, reconciliations, and audit support, while maintaining strong internal controls and collaborating with internal teams to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. Essential Functions Review cash receipts and revenue transactions from Raiser's Edge (RE) for accuracy, documentation, and proper coding. Post approved RE transactions into the Financial Edge (FE) accounting system on a regular basis. Assist with monthly reconciliation of RE and FE for pledges and revenue in coordination with IT; identify reconciling items and prepare journal entry support. Process check deposits through Chase Remote Check Deposit (RCD) and handle physical deposits as needed. Verify daily deposits against RCD reports and bank-validated deposit slips. Coordinate with Morgan Stanley regarding liquidation of stock donations and track stock transfers. Notify appropriate stakeholders of stock donations within 24 hours of receipt. Perform monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts, including Chase, Morgan Stanley, and JP Morgan. Maintain electronic files of monthly bank statements in the Finance department records. Update and maintain Special Purpose Fund Summary, L&E, and 1088 schedules; monitor and reconcile Michigan's 4903 account monthly. Prepare supporting analyses and schedules for audits and internal finance requests. Record journal entries related to reconciliations, reclassifications, and adjustments for review. Process petty cash requests and maintain accurate records and secure custody of funds. Maintain organized physical and electronic files of check copies and supporting documentation in compliance with policies. Provide backup coverage for Finance team members and assist with time-sensitive accounting tasks as needed. Support budget preparation, grant tracking, and financial reporting efforts. Assist with identifying process improvements and supporting updates to accounting policies and procedures. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit environment. Working knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards (ASC 958), including fund accounting and basic grant compliance. Experience using accounting systems such as Financial Edge and Raiser's Edge; strong Excel skills. Experience supporting audits and preparing related schedules. Exposure to budgeting and variance analysis preferred. Skills and Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Professional integrity and commitment to confidentiality. Collaborative, team-oriented approach. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.