Accountant II

Our Mission in Action

Trees play a vital role in solving some of the most pressing issues facing our communities, our society, and our world today. For 150 years, American Forests has stood boldly at the forefront of the conservation movement, working collaboratively and innovatively to ensure that all people have access to the benefits of trees. As we look ahead to the next 150, continued collective action will be essential to securing a healthy, climate-resilient future for all. To support this work, we are looking for an Accountant II to join our Operations team.

What You’ll Do

As a part of the team, you will support day-to-day financial operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, grant tracking, and compliance and will bring nonprofit accounting experience, knowledge of federal grant requirements under 2 CFR 200, and a strong command of financial systems and reporting tools. Experience with Unanet is highly preferred, as it is our primary ERP system. Major responsibilities include:

General Accounting and Financial Reporting

• Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit best practices.
• Reconcile bank, investment, and balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including preparation of the monthly close financial package.
• Maintain schedules for prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and depreciation.
• Collaborate with program and development teams to ensure proper grant spending and reporting.

Accounts Payable and Receivables

• Process vendor invoices, staff reimbursements, and credit card reconciliations.
• Record incoming revenue, including private contributions, federal and state grants, and contracts.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding balances.

Audit and Compliance

• Support preparation of annual audit workpapers and Form 990 schedules.
• Maintain documentation supporting internal controls and compliance with federal grant regulations.
• Assist with ongoing compliance reviews and audit preparedness.

Other Duties

• Collaborate with other departments to support budgeting, forecasting, and grant proposal development
• Provide back-up support to other members of the finance team as needed
• Participate in finance team meetings, organization-wide learning, and DEIA initiatives

What We’re Looking For

We don’t expect you to check every single box. If this role excites you, we want to hear from you! We’re interested in your ability to learn, collaborate, and bring fresh perspectives.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• At least 5 years of accounting experience, ideally within a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit fund accounting principles.
• Experience with accounting systems with cost structure, cost allocations and rates (Sage Intacct, DelTek, etc.) or similar, but Unanet ERP is strongly preferred.
• Experience with federal grants, including reporting and compliance under 2 CFR 200.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and data exports/reconciliations.
• Commitment to American Forests’ mission and values [https://www.americanforests.org/about-us/]

• Reporting and Supervision

The Accountant II reports to the Vice President, Finance. This position will work closely with the Program Operations & Administration, HR, and Programs teams. This position does not have any direct reports at this time.

Working Conditions

This is a fully remote position. Up to 15% of travel throughout the U.S. and/or to American Forests’ headquarters in Washington D.C. may be required.

The individual must be comfortable with prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing at a desk and working on a computer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to provide access to all individuals along the continuum of human ability and experience.

Compensation & Benefits:

This is a full-time, salaried exempt position. The budget salary range is between $60,000 and $70,000 annually. Our benefits package includes:

Health and Wellness

Work-Life Balance

Financial and Retirement

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Vacation and Sick Leave

401(k) 6% Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Parental Bonding Leave

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Life and AD&D Insurance

Bereavement Leave

Pet Benefits

Military Leave

Our Core Competencies

Attitude • Communication • Organization • Problem-Solving & Creativity • Representing the Organization

About Us:

American Forests is a national non-profit organization committed to creating healthy and resilient forests from cities to large forest landscapes, that deliver essential benefits for climate, people, water, and wildlife. We advance our mission through forestry innovation, place-based partnerships to plant and restore forests, and movement building. We envision a world in which the significant environmental, societal, and economic benefits of forests are fully realized and equitably available to all people. Established in 1875, American Forests is the oldest national non-profit conservation organization in the U.S. working to restoring urban forests and forested landscapes for over 150 years.

American Forests is proud to be a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace. These are our shared values. We welcome individuals who bring a variety of backgrounds and experiences to be a part of our team to help make a difference individually and collectively as we work toward achieving our mission. We are committed to fostering an environment that is welcoming and respectful and provides opportunities for advancement and professional growth for every team member.

American Forests is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to provide access to all individuals along the continuum of human ability and experience.

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/LGBTQ+ Encouraged to Apply

In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible State or local Agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information is also available in languages other than English.