JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Accountant – General Ledger, Budget & Compliance is responsible for general ledger accounting, allocations, fund accounting, and budgeting support. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, maintains compliance with applicable requirements, and supports audit and financial planning processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

General Ledger and Close (40%)

• Prepare month-end journal entries including allocations and adjustments
• Record investment activity and other complex entries
• Prepare and record all cost allocations (direct, indirect, occupancy, etc.)
• Maintain net asset, restricted fund, and endowment rollforwards
• Ensure proper classification of funds

Budgeting, Forecasting, and Reporting (35%)

• Support annual budget process and coordinate with departments
• Prepare and distribute departmental financial reports
• Analyze budget vs. actual results and investigate variances
• Maintain and update period forecasts based on actual results and changing assumptions
• Work with budget managers to refine forecasts and identify risks, opportunities, and trends

Compliance and Audit (15%)

• Support GSA and other regulatory reporting requirements
• Prepare audit schedules and support audit requests
• Assist with contract tracking and compliance activities

Systems and Process Support (10%)

• Maintain Solver and ensure alignment with the general ledger
• Ensure data integrity across systems
• Support process improvements and documentation

Other Duties as assigned

• Provide advice, support, reports to program managers and other staff as situations require.

REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of related experience.

Education and Experience Preferred

• Experience in nonprofit accounting and financial reporting

Certifications & Licenses Required

• None

Certifications & Licenses Preferred

• CPA or CPA candidate preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Required

• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, payroll, and financial reporting
• Experience with Sage Intacct or similar accounting systems
• Experience with Solver or similar budget and reporting systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including above average Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLookup)

COMPENSATION

AFA has a generous employee benefits package in addition to cash compensation. Our hiring range for this role is $82,720 - $97,500. More experienced candidates are invited to apply and you are encouraged to add your salary requirements in answer to our application. Thank you for your interest in AFA, we look forward to learning more about you.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works out of Air & Space Forces Association’s headquarters in Arlington, VA. Office hours required are an eight-hour day. Operates in a professional office environment with travel to local offices, community partners, and events. Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Must be able to work overtime and travel as needed.