Application Guide

How to Apply for Accountant (remote)

at Fohrman & Fohrman, Inc.

🏢 About Fohrman & Fohrman, Inc.

Fohrman & Fohrman specializes exclusively in accounting and CFO services for nonprofit organizations, making them unique in their mission-driven focus. They empower nonprofits to succeed by providing accessible financial expertise, allowing accountants to directly contribute to social impact rather than corporate profits.

About This Role

This remote Accountant role involves serving as a full-charge accountant for multiple nonprofit clients, handling everything from A/R and A/P to grant tracking and audit support. You'll directly impact mission-driven organizations by ensuring their financial health and compliance, enabling them to focus on their charitable work.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves reconciling multiple client accounts, preparing journal entries for various nonprofit projects, communicating with clients about their financial questions, and updating grant tracking systems. You'll likely switch between different client accounts while ensuring all work meets both GAAP standards and specific funding requirements.

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🎯 Who Fohrman & Fohrman, Inc. Is Looking For

  • Has 5+ years of full-charge bookkeeping experience specifically with accrual accounting and GAAP compliance
  • Is highly proficient in MS Excel and adaptable with various accounting software systems used by nonprofits
  • Can multitask across multiple client accounts while maintaining accuracy and meeting strict deadlines
  • Communicates professionally yet supportively with nonprofit staff who may have limited financial expertise

📝 Tips for Applying to Fohrman & Fohrman, Inc.

1

Highlight specific nonprofit accounting experience in your resume, especially with grant funding tracking and audit preparation

2

Demonstrate your understanding of GAAP as it applies to nonprofit organizations, not just general accounting principles

3

Mention any experience with accounting software commonly used by nonprofits (QuickBooks Nonprofit, Sage Intacct, etc.)

4

Show examples of how you've improved accounting processes or systems in previous roles

5

Express genuine interest in the nonprofit sector and Fohrman & Fohrman's specific mission in your cover letter

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience with nonprofit accounting and understanding of their unique financial requirements', 'Specific examples of streamlining accounting processes or implementing improvements in previous roles', "How you've successfully supported clients through audit processes and grant compliance", "Why you're passionate about supporting mission-driven organizations specifically"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Research common accounting challenges specific to nonprofit organizations
  • → Look into the types of nonprofits Fohrman & Fohrman likely serves (size, focus areas, funding structures)
  • → Understand the regulatory environment for nonprofits, particularly regarding grant compliance and reporting
  • → Explore remote accounting best practices and tools for client management
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience preparing financial statements for nonprofit organizations and ensuring GAAP compliance
2 How do you handle communicating complex financial information to nonprofit clients with varying financial literacy?
3 Walk us through your process for tracking and reporting on multiple grant funding sources for a single organization
4 What experience do you have with implementing accounting process improvements, especially in a remote setting?
5 How do you prioritize and manage multiple client accounts with competing deadlines?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing only on corporate accounting experience without connecting it to nonprofit applications
  • Failing to demonstrate specific GAAP knowledge as it applies to nonprofit financial reporting
  • Not showing understanding of the unique challenges nonprofits face with restricted funding and grant compliance

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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