Donor-Advised Fund Accountant

Donor-Advised Fund Accountant

Boston, MA

Core Responsibilities
Accounting

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of general ledger activity, including journal entries, reconciliations, and adjustments for multiple entities.
• Assist with the preparation of audited financial statements and related Form 990s and coordinate with external auditors and accountants.
• Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures specific to donor-advised funds and other charitable strategies.
• Prepare reporting for the Board of Directors and various committees.

Donor Advised Fund Administration

• Handle day-to-day financial transactions, including processing payments, reconciling accounts and managing cash flows.
• Manage individual DAF accounting, including tracking contributions, investment income, grant disbursements, accounts payable transactions and processing account level fees
• Work with the client success team to ensure timely and accurate grant distributions and fund reporting.
• Assist in implementing technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency and data integrity.
• Ensure compliance with IRS regulations and industry best practices related to donor-advised funds and other charitable strategies.

Skills Qualifications Required:

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Experience in nonprofit accounting and donor-advised fund administration preferred.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Systems/Technical Knowledge:

• Exposure to large-scale enterprise, financial systems (e.g. SAP)
• Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Education

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Masters degree or CPA preferred).
• Minimum of 4-7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership roles.