Job Description
Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems, from education to the economy, broken communities, and toxic division, among dozens of other pressing issues. We provide our partners with access to resources including funding, thought leadership, a network of peers, and a playbook for applying proven principles to transform lives and society.
Stand Together is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Financial Reporting Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of financial reporting experience, a thorough understanding of accounting principles, and a passion for accuracy and continuous improvement. This role provides an opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization by ensuring the integrity and accuracy of our financial statements. This position supports month-end close activities, prepares key reconciliations, analyzes financial data, and partners across the Accounting and Finance team to maintain strong internal controls.
This role is based in Arlington, Virginia with hybrid work schedule of at least 3 days a week aligned to the responsibilities of the role.
How You Will Contribute
- Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and organizational policies.
- Perform thorough balance sheet review and ensure deep understanding of transactions that make up the financial statements.
- Coordinate with auditors and manage the audit process, including providing supporting documentation and explanations as needed.
- Review and assess new accounting standards, implementing changes to reporting processes as required.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within the financial reporting function.
- Assist with complex accounting transactions as they come up in an ever-changing landscape.
- Draft technical accounting memos and assist in maintaining accounting policies.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, tax, and operational accounting teams.
- Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting.
- Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.
- Support intercompany reconciliations and invoice processes.
- Recommend and implement process improvements.
- Utilize advanced Excel skills and accounting systems.
What You Will Bring
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive financial reporting experience.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial statement preparation, and technical accounting issues.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems (Sage, Adaptive, Concur).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together’s vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.
Standout Candidates Will Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA certification.
- Experience in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
- Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
What We Offer
- Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
- A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
- Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
- Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.
Our Values
Working at Stand Together is different from many other organizations. Our culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM® empowers our employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.
We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success, and that is why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
