Catchafire is a full service, on-demand solution designed to address the wide-ranging and complex needs of nonprofits by connecting them with talented pro bono professionals. We partner with major funders (read more here) to provide unlimited access to Catchafire to tens of thousands of nonprofits ready to invest in the growth of their organizations and the impact of their service.
Catchafire has delivered over $236M in services to nonprofits, has facilitated over 1.2M hours of volunteering with over 60,000 matches, and we’re tracking to deliver $1B annually in services within 5 years. We have achieved ~40+% year over year revenue growth over the past several years and are poised for accelerated revenue and impact growth by scaling our foundation business.
Our mission is simple: catalyze positive social change by building a stronger nonprofit sector fueled by talent abundance. Here are some ways to get to know us better:
- Read our 2022 Impact Report
- Get to know some of our Nonprofits more deeply
- Get to know our Nonprofit programming through our webinars
Catchafire is a remote-first workplace. We provide accommodations to help with home office set up. All roles are remote full time (unless stated in job description), with the expectation that the employee is willing and able to travel periodically as deemed necessary and beneficial.
Catchafire is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are also welcoming to any reasonable accommodations that can be made for candidates in our hiring process.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment at this time.
About the Role and the Department
Catchafire is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to enhance our finance team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring accurate financial reporting. You will lead monthly close activities and work closely with the Director of Finance to ensure compliance. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to identify and improve processes across the Finance team and provide operational support across the company. We are seeking a candidate with a deep understanding of GAAP, strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative spirit to thrive in our dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Accounting
- Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and reports for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to standards.
- Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations while maintaining accurate and complete records.
- Manage the month-end close procedures.
- Provide timely and accurate financial data reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare and file federal and state corporate tax returns.
- Account Receivables and Account Payables
- Oversee invoicing and billing
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and payments.
- Budgeting
- Support the development and monitoring of annual budgets
- Track and report on budget performance, including variance analysis
- Assist departmental managers in managing their budgets and expenditures
- Operational Efficiency:
- Streamline financial processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial operations and implement best practices.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive operational performance.
- Compliance and Risk Management:
- Ensure adherence to financial regulations, tax laws, and internal controls.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks to protect company assets.
- Stay current with accounting regulations and industry best practices
- Project Support:
- Assist in financial projects, providing data analysis and insights.
- Participate in system implementation and upgrade projects to enhance financial operations.
Experience / Qualifications
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. A master’s degree or CPA preferred
- Experience:
- 3-5 years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, or a relevant field.
- In-depth knowledge of financial statement preparation, journal entries, month-end close, and general ledger accounting.
- Experience filing federal/state corporate tax returns, required
- Experience with financial software (QBO, Bill.com, Rillet, Brex, or equivalent) preferred.
- 501(c)(3) accounting experience is a plus
- Technical Skills:
- Advanced proficiency in Excel
- Other Requirements:
- Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Competencies:
- Analytical Thinking:
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.
- Attention to Detail
- Ability to keep accurate and organized records
- Adaptability
- Ability to adapt to changing conditions and challenges that arise from evolving business models.
- Problem Solving:
- Proactive in identifying issues and developing effective solutions.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Communication:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to present financial information clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders.
- Team Collaboration:
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to a positive team environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience and geography dependent - $70,000K - 85,000K
- A fully remote work environment with a one-time work-from-home stipend to help you set up your space
- Unlimited PTO and 50 hours of paid time off to volunteer.
- 401K, medical, vision, and dental insurance
What We Do
CATCHAFIRE is a community of individuals seeking to support and strengthen the social good sector by matching professionals who want to donate their time and talent to nonprofits who need those skills.
As a for-purpose social enterprise and Public-Benefit Corporation, Catchafire is committed to providing transformational volunteer experiences that will help create an empathetic, inclusive, and loving world where people use their talents in service of our shared humanity. We are creating a new type of business model– one that demonstrates that you can focus on a social mission and build a successful business at the same time.
Our goal is to transform the social good ecosystem by enabling organizations to save time, money, and resources and connect with talented and passionate individuals who have the potential to become long term advocates. We facilitate high impact engagements connecting a vast network of professional volunteers to nonprofits and social enterprises who join our service through a financial commitment funded by a grantmaker or through their existing funds. These engagements result in not only critical work completed, but often also provide an opportunity to develop new and existing skills and ultimately, strengthen an organization’s ability to deliver on its mission long-term. Through our work, we hope to create a more collaborative and equitable environment where all organizations have access to high quality talent and where skilled professionals have a deeper understanding of the people and work of the social good sector.
Ultimately, all of our work serves our mission: creating a world where it is commonplace to serve for the greater good.
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