Title: Staff Accountant Location: Remote USA Job Description: Full-time The National Fire Protection Association’s mission is to help save lives and reduce loss with information, knowledge, and passion. An international nonprofit established in 1896, we are dedicated to the elimination of death, injury, property, and economic loss due to fire, electrical, and related hazards. The Association delivers information and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach, and advocacy; and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering the NFPA mission. To better meet the needs of those who rely on our information and knowledge to keep people and property safe, we are amidst a transformation to expand our influence and further our safety mission. We are becoming increasingly digital and global to grow, thrive, and save more lives from fire, electrical, and other hazards. To accomplish this, we need effective leaders at all levels of the Association who understand what we are striving for, why it is important, and how to execute our vision and who passionately want to see NFPA through this important stage. It is an exciting and empowering time to work at NFPA. NFPA is looking to add a Staff Accountant to the Finance Team! This role contributes to NFPA’s Mission, Vision, and Strategic initiatives by tracking, monitoring and evaluating day-to-day accounting tasks and activities. They play a key role in the financial integrity and internal control function of NFPA. In addition, this position is looked to as a resource for how the association can remain compliant with accounting and grants management best practices Requirements PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES - Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts and post reconciling journal entries. - Reconcile transactions between financial systems and ensure accurate recordkeeping and document retention. - Manage and oversee grants programs and related contracts. Ensures all team members understand grant criteria and project activity is compliant within those parameters. - Federal funding experience strongly preferred - Prepare and issue grant reports timely in adherence to agency deadlines. - Track and monitor grant receipts and follow up with outstanding payments, where necessary. - Support subsidiaries in any accounting and grants management capacity. - Support Accounts Payable function and Accounts Receivables teams. - Process deposits of checks and credit cards receipts with includes maintaining control worksheets, preparing and posting journal entries. - Prepare and provide financial data sets and reports including preparing supporting schedules for management review. - Assist with annual audits. - Update procedure documentation as needed. - Encourage other employees to adhere to standards and policies. - Support the accounting department, finance division and association with special projects and team efforts. JOB REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or other equivalent field of study • Proficient with Microsoft Office Excel • 1-3 years of related experience • Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills • NetSuite experience is highly preferred • Analytical and intuitive to identify and resolve unusual transactions. National Fire Protection Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Salary ranges at NFPA are set by role and level, based on current competitive market data. Final compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including the specific skills, relevant experience, education, and training you bring to the role, as well as internal equity and business needs. For candidates whose qualifications align well with the role’s requirements and expectations, offers are often made toward the minimum of the posted range. Exceptional qualifications or unique circumstances may result in placement higher in the range. NFPA is committed to fair, competitive pay and offers a strong total rewards package, including comprehensive benefits. Salary Range: $62,200-88,845 Remote with occasional travel required

• Support month-end close process while meeting close deadlines. • Responsibilities include but not limited to preparing month-end journal entries with supporting schedules • Prepare monthly / quarterly balance sheet account reconciliations • Responsible for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, including billing and collections, vendor management and payments, review and payment of employee expense reports • Monitor daily bank activity and record transactions in GL system • Monitor and approve corporate credit card transactions through Bill.com • Prepare monthly state sales tax reports and remittance of sales tax • Pinpoint and execute strategies to enhance procedural efficiency • Perform other responsibilities as assigned

• Supports a multi-unit organization through general accounting activities, internal controls, and financial reporting and analysis. • Responsible for the monthly general ledger close process, including the accurate recording of accounting transactions and preparation of financial statements. • Key responsibilities also include performing general ledger and bank account reconciliations. • Supporting management reporting and financial analysis. • Assisting in the oversight of the company’s inventory accounting and providing support for treasury-related activities as needed. • Ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information while maintaining compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. • Responsible for the preparation of General Ledger entries and reconciliations for month-end closing in an efficient, timely manner. • Assists in the preparation and posting of entries to accounts of the General Ledger. • Prepare analysis for the Inventory Excess & Obsolescence Reserve. • Collaborate with Inventory Management to understand necessary reserve adjustments and communicate the results to management. • Performs consolidating tasks and assists with the year-end financial audit. • Completes investigative analysis of accounting records to explain variances resulting from financial statement review and inquiries from field or management personnel. • Assists with monthly account analysis of balance sheet and income statement accounts. • Maintain and analyze prepaid and accrual accounts, including recording journal entries, performing reconciliations, and ensuring accuracy and completeness of balances. • Assist in the management of the Fixed Asset process and procedures, including the internal requisition process • Ensure open lines of communication with customers (internal and external), co-workers and management • Maintain compliance with corporate policies and employment laws, to ensure a workplace that safeguards the rights of every employee • Prepare audit requests and assist auditors with inquiries. • Understand and maintain internal planning and control procedures. • Recommend improvements to policies and procedures to strengthen the controls and enhance business systems and improve productivity. • Completes special projects that are ancillary to routine duties. • Frequently manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously. • Other duties as assigned.

• Partner closely with the Head of Finance to oversee all accounting functions and financial operations across the organization. • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements, reports, and internal controls. • Oversee global payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate payments to employees and contractors across multiple regions. • Manage and optimize payroll platforms including Bitwage, Wise, Deel, and Payoneer. • Ensure compliance with international payroll regulations, and tax requirements. • Oversee end-to-end client invoicing processes, including billing accuracy, collections, and revenue tracking. • Develop and implement scalable invoicing and revenue recognition processes aligned with business operations. • Manage cash flow related to payroll, vendor payments, and receivables to maintain financial stability. • Establish and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards. • Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR, Operations, Sales) to align payroll, invoicing, and financial reporting. • Monitor and improve financial systems, workflows, and automation to enhance efficiency and accuracy. • Provide financial insights and reporting to support executive decision-making.