Senior Accountant

Reynolds + Rowella

. Coordinate general ledger activity, including journal entries, cash receipts, credit card activity, and system integrations .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeWallingford • Connecticut • United StatesSenior💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and endowment fund management, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial reporting. Capable of supporting month-end close processes and collaborating effectively across departments.

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General Ledger AccountingAccount ReconciliationsEndowment Fund AccountingAdvanced Microsoft ExcelAudit Preparation

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Hard Skills

Journal EntriesCash ReceiptsFixed Asset AccountingFinancial ReportingBudgetingFinancial AnalysisMonth-End ClosePledge ManagementCompliance MonitoringInternal Control Reviews

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great PlainsManagement ReporterFundriverFinancial Reporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Designation

Industry Keywords

Endowment AccountingFund AccountingRestricted-Fund AccountingFinancial PlanningDonor Restrictions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate general ledger activity, including journal entries, cash receipts, credit card activity, and system integrations
Perform monthly bank and general ledger reconciliations
Support month-end, fiscal period, and year-end closing processes
Maintain fixed asset records and prepare asset and depreciation reconciliations
Assist with year-end reconciliations and the annual external audit
Research general ledger activity and prepare reports and analyses
Support credit card reporting, miscellaneous billing, enrollment-related accounting, and other Accounting Office processes
Provide backup support for accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
Develop and maintain written accounting procedures and participate in Accounting team cross-training
Perform monthly and quarterly general ledger accounting for School investments
Complete unitization of endowed funds
Review endowment and restricted-fund spending for donor-restriction compliance
Manage accounting for restricted and unrestricted gifts, pledges, life-income funds, and other philanthropic activity
Monitor underwater endowment funds and support compliance with UPMIFA, donor restrictions, and board designations
Administer the Fundriver endowment accounting platform, including reporting, auditing, system configuration, and user support
Partner with the Alumni and Development Office to reconcile financial and donor records
Coordinate restricted-gift notifications and communications with budget managers
Prepare annual endowment spending reports and compare results against the operating budget
Support endowment, restricted-fund, and pledge reporting during the annual audit
Assist with operating and capital budget worksheets and financial projections
Support annual budgeting and work with department budget managers
Prepare budget-to-actual reporting and monthly financial analysis
Assist with financial reporting tools, payroll-related journal entries, 1099 reporting, and internal control reviews
Provide cross-functional support to financial planning and analysis as needed
Work closely with the Assistant Controller, Controller, CFO, and Accounting team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
5-7 years of progressive accounting experience
Strong experience with general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, month-end close, fixed assets, and audit preparation
Endowment, investment, fund, and restricted-fund accounting experience strongly preferred
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookup functions
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains, Management Reporter, or Fundriver is a plus
CPA designation preferred but not required
Relevant endowment, fund-accounting, and financial-planning experience strongly considered
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Service-oriented approach and ability to work effectively with staff across the School
Willingness to learn, cross-train, and provide coverage across accounting, endowment, and budgeting functions

Benefits

Comp & perks

15% employer-funded 403(b) contribution with no employee contribution required, subject to a five-year vesting schedule
6 weeks of vacation
Approximately 9 to 10 paid holidays
Consistent Monday through Friday schedule
Limited overtime outside of peak periods
Opportunity to work remotely 2 days per week after 6 months in the role
Collaborative, close-knit team environment
Career growth and upward mobility
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance