WE’RE HIRING!
- ACCOUNTANT / SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (Full-time – In Office – NOT A REMOTE POSITION)
The Northeastern Conference seeks a detail-oriented and highly motivated Accountant/Senior Accountant to join our Treasury team. This role is key in promoting efficiency, accountability, integrity, responsibility, and trust across all levels of our operations.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Accountant/Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting the month-end close process, preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and assisting with audit readiness. This position is full-time. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (MBA or CPA is a plus, for Senior Accountant).
- 2-5+ years of relevant accounting experience (public or corporate accounting).
- Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
- Proficiency with Excel and the ability to quickly learn proprietary accounting software.
- Strong attention to detail, with excellent organization and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be a baptized member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in regular standing.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with discretion and professionalism.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Prepare and post accurate journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
- Perform monthly account reconciliations for various balance sheet and income statement accounts.
- Support the month-end and year-end closing process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Assist with external audits, including documentation gathering and auditor inquiries.
- Analyze financial data and identify variances, trends, or irregularities.
- Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures.
- Contribute to financial reporting and support special projects as assigned.
- Report to the Controller, Under-Treasurer, and Treasurer for oversight and guidance.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and at least 2 professional references to the Human Resources Department of the Northeastern Conference. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Email application materials to:
SUBMISSION DEADLINE – September 30, 2025
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ABOUT THE NORTHEASTERN CONFERENCE
The Northeastern Conference of Seventh-day Adventists is a religious non-profit entity. It administers 220 congregations and 10 parochial schools across Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, and Rhode Island. With a diverse membership of over 65,000, our territory includes Afro-American/Caribbean, Hispanic, Haitian, Portuguese, Ghanaian, and Nigerian communities.
