Senior Accountant

About Omidyar Network (ON):

Omidyar Network is a philanthropic organization whose mission is to bend the arc of the digital revolution toward shared power, prosperity, and possibility. Digital technology is a powerful and ubiquitous force, that, harnessed wisely, makes wondrous things happen. We believe in working together to guide tech's trajectory intentionally. Our vision is for our shared humanity to steer our digital future.

So far, we have committed more than $1.94 billion to initiatives that share our vision. We engage, partner, and fund some of the world's brightest thinkers and innovators to guide our digital future toward the greatest good for the greatest number of people.

About the Finance Team:

We appreciate the operational, financial, and strategic purpose of accounting and finance in service of social impact and systems change. We collaboratively engage with cross functional teams, external partners and stakeholders to provide quality results, ensure regulatory compliance and support the mission of the organization. Our goal is to responsibly serve the long-term mission of ON and act as stewards of company resources. This role requires critical thinking, building connections and influencing stakeholders through effective communication, an analytical approach, and a bias towards action.

About the Role:

The Senior Accountant is a critical, high-impact position within the Finance Department, reporting directly to the Director, Finance. This role is responsible for accounts payable, full-cycle general ledger management, complex accounting related to investments, project fundings and grants, and ensuring the financial integrity and compliance of the Foundation in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The position serves a dual function, executing core accounting operations while also performing analysis, troubleshooting problems, and recommending improvements to financial processes.

Position Summary:

General Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Prepares and records journal entries, accruals, and monthly, quarterly, and year-end reconciliations for all general ledger and balance sheet accounts, including complex accounts.
• Manages significant portions of the month-end close process to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for management, including the Statement of Financial Position and Statement of Activity.
• Reviews, posts, and/or adjusts complex multi-entity transactions, recommending proper accounting treatment to the Director, Finance or Head of Finance.
• Oversees the Foundation's fixed assets and prepares the monthly journal entry for depreciation.

Treasury Management

• Manages banking relationships, coordinates with external banking partners, and assists with liquidity management for the Foundation's treasury needs.
• Conducts bank reconciliations to the general ledger.

Compliance, Audit, and Budgeting

• Serves as a key liaison in the annual audit, preparing all required documentation and schedules for external auditors.
• Assists with the preparation of the annual IRS Form 990-PF and ensures compliance with tax laws and related local/state/federal regulations for 501(c)(3) organizations.
• Supports the monthly budget to actual monitoring process, undertaking variance analysis to provide financial insights to department budget owners.
• Participates in updating and continually documenting policies and procedures to maintain efficient accounting infrastructure and strong internal controls.
• Assists the Director of Finance and Head of Finance in identifying and mitigating organizational risk.

Grants, Payroll Administration & Other

• Prepares and reconciles all grants data and ensures it aligns with the grants management database.
• Supports external vendors in the administration of payroll and 401(k) contributions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Provides backup duties and other accounting functions as needed.

Location:

We are currently working in a hybrid capacity and will require staff to work in person 2 days per week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays beginning in December 2025. This position will be based out of our San Francisco office. Employees are required to reside within 100 miles of ON’s office location. Candidates must have a current U.S. work authorization to be considered.

Compensation:

This is a full-time, salaried position that features competitive pay and benefits, including health care (medical/dental/vision), paid time off, and a generous employer 401k contribution. The salary range for this role is $124,000 to $155,000. ON manages pay equity seriously and new hires generally start at the midpoint of this range.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience; CPA or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience. Experience in mission driven non-profit, audit firm or equivalent preferred.
• Strong current knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proven track record of creating processes from scratch in fast-paced environments.
• Keen analytical, logic, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven experience in applying broad conceptual judgment to complex accounting issues.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple project assignments.
• Demonstrated experience redesigning and building core processes (e.g., forecasting, budgeting, reporting, compliance, internal controls, etc.).
• Experience deploying AI tools to streamline workflows, enhance accuracy and generate insights preferred.
• Experience with business systems implementations and maintenance a plus.
• Outstanding critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Omidyar Network is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes people from all experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply.​We fundamentally believe that people are inherently capable but often lack opportunity. We know that a diverse workforce reflecting a broad range of backgrounds and views allows us to see problems in more nuanced ways, creating the thought leadership needed to elevate humanity and evolve the culture, governance, and business of technology.​ We actively recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a broad candidate pool.