Senior Accountant

Who We Are:

NatureBridge provides best-in-class environmental science education experiences for more than 30,000 students and their teachers every year in the world’s best classrooms: our National Parks. Our mission is to connect young people to the science and wonder of the natural world, igniting self-discovery and inspiring stewardship of the planet. Through our programs, students explore the outdoors, connect with their peers, discover themselves and develop a lasting relationship with science and the environment around them.

What You Will Do:

The Senior Accountant leads the organization’s revenue recognition function. This role is critical to ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant revenue reporting across multiple income streams including grants, contributions, and program revenue.. This person will work closely with fundraising and sales staff, the Controller and Chief Financial Officer. 

This position is fully remote for a candidate who lives in California, Virginia or Washington.

Your primary job will be to:

Revenue Accounting & Recognition

• Manage revenue accounting for all sources including grants, donations, sponsorships, and earned income.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of restricted and unrestricted revenue in accordance with GAAP and funder requirements.
• Track deferred revenue, reconcile accounts, and prepare journal entries as part of the monthly close process.
• Coordinate with the development and sales teams regarding collection of outstanding pledges and accounts receivable.
• Maintain and improve systems for monitoring receivables, donor restrictions, and grant reporting deadlines.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Track and report on the organization’s restricted funds, including complying with donor reporting requirements.
• Work with fundraising staff, Controller and CFO to ensure the accurate preparation of grant budgets, develop spending projections, and monitor expenditures to ensure they comply with donor restrictions.
• Support annual budget development with revenue projections and trend analysis.

Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls

• Support the annual audit by preparing revenue schedules, grant reconciliations, and audit documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and footnotes as they relate to revenue.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and funder regulations, including 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance), if applicable.
• Recommend and implement process improvements and internal controls related to revenue and reporting.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Other

• Work closely with Development and Program teams to align revenue data with programmatic outcomes and donor reporting.
• Maintain clear and proactive communication with internal stakeholders to ensure financial transparency
• Attend occasional meetings in person (anticipated to be less than four times per year).
• Other related duties as assigned.

Compensation:

• $80,000 - $90,000 annual salary
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Option for a 403b retirement plan with employer match after six months
• Generous paid vacation, training days and sick leave
• Other benefits include Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and more

Who You Are:

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, including revenue recognition and financial analysis. CPA/CMA certification or progress toward certification preferred. 
• Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles, including familiarity with federal grant compliance.
• Proven experience managing restricted/unrestricted funds and grant reporting. 
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting software (e.g., MIP, QuickBooks, Sage Intact, or similar). 
• Demonstrated experience managing large datasets and working with donor databases or CRMs (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge).
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience with business process optimization, project management, and change management within a finance function preferred.
• Self-motivated with the ability work independently, problem-solve, manage complex and confidential issues
• Able to prioritize, multi-task, and have a high attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

If you are interested in the role and do not meet every requirement listed, please still apply! We are interested in applicants with unique lived experience and skill sets.

*All NatureBridge Employees are required to complete a background check in order to be eligible for employment.

Why should you join the NatureBridge team?

• We are a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and supports you in making a positive impact on young people and the environment
• Work with a flexible, collaborative and supportive team.
• Work remotely with occasional travel to our scenic National Park campuses.

NatureBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate based on any protected category, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression (including transgender expression or pregnancy), political affiliation, age, immigration status or disability. We encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please let us know if you require any accommodation. 

How To Apply:

Submit your application to our Online Career Portal. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. The position is open until filled.