About Trevor:
The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ+ young people. Trevor offers 24/7 crisis services, connecting highly trained counselors with LGBTQ+ young people whenever they need support. To drive prevention efforts, The Trevor Project also operates robust research, advocacy, education, and peer support programs. We’ve been saving lives every day for over 25 years.
Every day, and in every role, our staff contribute to our critical mission of ending suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning young people by embodying our values:
Heart–We care deeply and commit to do what matters
Integrity–We build trust through our words and actions
Community-Together, we are an unstoppable force for good
Belonging-We serve as allies to the mission, and to each other
Progress-We continually move onward and upward
Applicants and staff must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The Trevor Project will not sponsor an employment visa for this position.
Role: Senior Director of Accounting
Location: This role will be remote in the continental United States
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Eligibility: Authorization to work for any employer in the United States is required. The Trevor Project will not sponsor a work visa for this role.
Classification: Exempt Full Time
Union Role? No
Salary Range: 150,000-$160,000/ yr
Summary:
The Senior Director of Accounting role is a key leadership position responsible for the integrity of all financial operations and reporting at The Trevor Project. This individual ensures compliance with GAAP, grant and funder requirements, and internal controls, while guiding the accounting team in daily operations, month-end closings, audits, and financial reporting. In partnership with the CFO and executive leadership, the Senior Director develops and executes strategies that strengthen the organization’s financial infrastructure, ensure sustainable growth, and enable mission delivery. The Senior Director will manage the organization’s assets and liabilities, working closely with the CFO to assess and mitigate risk.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily accounting functions including general ledger management, accounts payable, cash, revenue, accounts receivable, etc.
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting; support preparation of management and board reporting to provide timely analysis on organization performance
- Manages the organization’s assets and liabilities through continual review, reconciliation and evaluation of the statement of financial position; partners with the CFO and leadership team to identify and assess risks
- Coordinate annual audits and preparation of federal and state tax returns; serve as primary liaison with external auditors
- Enhance and enforce internal control policies and procedures; maintain comprehensive records and SOPs to support control environment
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and federal/state regulations (including Uniform Guidance for federal grants)
- Lead, develop, coach, and manage a team of direct reports, ensuring team accountability, strategic alignment, and results
- Partner with department leaders to ensure proper allocation and reporting of restricted and unrestricted funds
- Partner closely with the Sr Director of Development Operations and technology team to ensure continued synchronization of accounting and CRM systems.
- Manage mail operations for the organization, including oversight of USPS and other third party vendors
- Manage financial systems and suggest improvements for operational efficiency; direct implementation of new accounting system.
- Participate in cross-departmental projects (e.g., new grant rollouts, system upgrades, and other initiatives
- Collaborate cross-functionally to align funding strategies, payroll accounting, and budget allocations
- Track key accounting performance indicators (e.g., close cycle time, audit readiness, reporting accuracy) and use insights to inform process improvements.
- Handle sensitive and confidential matters with the utmost discretion and integrity
- Demonstrate fair, ethical, and equitable business practices
- Learn eagerly, share knowledge appropriately, and improve continuously
- Demonstrate advanced planning and problem-solving skills, including multitasking, delegating and working well within tight timelines
- Work, communicate, and collaborate effectively with others
- Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in all work
- Demonstrate a commitment to fostering and maintaining an environment of belonging
- Other relevant duties and responsibilities as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
- 8+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in nonprofit accounting
- Must have 3+ years experience directly managing a team of people (minimum of 3) and making organizational decisions
- Must have 3+ years experience managing external financial audits and preparing non profit tax returns
- Demonstrated experience leading, developing, coaching and managing the performance of multiple direct reports.
- Strong knowledge of fund accounting, GAAP; federal grant compliance a plus (Uniform Guidance).
- Proven proficiency with accounting software, CRM (Salesforce), Google Suite and Excel.
- Proven proficiency in creating c-suite and board level reports and other materials
- Exceptional communication and analytical skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead through organizational growth or change and influence cross-functional decision-making.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English, bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish) is a plus
Why Trevor?
Join a mission-driven organization where your work makes a real impact on the lives of LGBTQ+ young people—every single day.
Outstanding benefits, including:
- Comprehensive health coverage, including plans that support various gender affirmation care needs
- Mental health resources, with access to virtual care and a variety of in and out of network options for support
- 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match, vesting over three years
- Generous paid time off and company holidays to rest and recharge
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential emotional support, work-life solutions, financial and legal guidance, and online resources
- Remote work flexibility from anywhere in the continental U.S., Alaska, or Hawaii- with provided technology, a home office setup reimbursement, and a monthly internet reimbursement
The Trevor Project provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law or policy. The Trevor Project complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity in employment.
The Trevor Project is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please submit a request
here. Please do not disclose medical information in this form–this information will be viewed only by our benefits team and will remain secure. This form is only for those requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. This form is not an application - you must still apply through The Trevor Project careers website.
