Nonprofit Accountant (Part-Time/Contract/Remote/U.S.-Based) at Nonprofit Fiscal Management

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

55.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nonprofit Accounting, Financial Management, Bookkeeping, Financial Reporting, Fund Accounting, Reconciliations, Journal Entries, Funder Compliance, Grant Tracking, Audit Preparation, Budgeting, Client Communication, MIP Fund Accounting, BILL, QBO, Sage Intacct

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Title: Nonprofit Accountant (Part-Time/Remote/U.S.-Based) Description: NonProfit Fiscal Management (NPFM) is seeking an experienced nonprofit accountant to join our team on a part-time, hourly basis. This is a remote contract position ideal for a detail-oriented financial professional who understands the nuances of nonprofit accounting and enjoys working with mission-driven clients. About Us: NPFM provides outsourced financial management services to nonprofit organizations across the U.S. Our clients are at the forefront of social change—fighting for environmental justice, legal advocacy, housing access, and community empowerment. We serve as their accounting department, offering everything from bookkeeping to CFO-level reporting and strategy. We are a fully remote, paperless team with a strong culture of communication, collaboration, and care. Over the past year, we’ve continued to grow steadily, expanding our client base and deepening our impact. As we move through 2026, we are building and maintaining a roster of skilled freelance accountants to support new client onboarding and ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery. Role Overview: As a Nonprofit Accountant, you’ll take primary responsibility for the day-to-day financial operations of one or more clients. You’ll be supported by our internal team and collaborate closely with client staff. Your work will help nonprofits manage their finances with confidence and clarity. Contract Details: Hourly Rate: $40–$55/hour depending on experience Estimated Hours: 10–20 hours per week, with additional hours needed per quarter and yearly, with flexibility to grow. Contract Type: Freelance/1099 Location: Remote (U.S. only) Note: As NPFM continues to grow, we are prioritizing candidates who are open to increasing hours over time or transitioning into full-time work. If that’s you, we’d love to know! Requirements Key Responsibilities: Manage monthly close processes, including reconciliations and journal entries Prepare financial statements and funder-specific reports Track restricted funding and grant allocations Review transactional data (e.g., payroll, accounts payable) entered by client or support staff Assist with audit preparation and annual budgeting Meet with clients regularly via video conference calls and communicate clearly by email Required Experience: At least 3 years of nonprofit accounting experience Strong understanding of restricted funds, funder compliance, and grant tracking Ability to manage accounting for multiple clients or projects simultaneously High comfort level with Excel and cloud-based accounting tools (we use MIP Fund Accounting and BILL, but experience with similar tools like QBO or Sage Intacct is helpful) Highly organized, communicative, and detail-oriented Based in and authorized to work in the U.S. Experience in outsourced accounting or nonprofit financial consulting Familiarity with audit processes and 990 preparation

Responsibilities

The accountant will manage the day-to-day financial operations for one or more nonprofit clients, including handling monthly close processes, preparing financial statements, and tracking restricted funding and grant allocations. Responsibilities also involve reviewing transactional data, assisting with audit preparation and budgeting, and maintaining regular communication with clients via video calls and email.