Accounting Manager

Overview

• Serve as a pivotal member of the finance team, overseeing key accounting functions and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
• Manage and improve critical business processes within the accounting office, including transaction recording and general ledger integrity.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and organizational standards.
• Coordinate the organization’s annual audit, acting as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Supervise and develop accounting staff, fostering collaboration and professional growth within the team.
• Analyze contributions and grants for proper treatment under Not-For-Profit GAAP guidelines.
• Provide detailed cash flow projections and maintain donor restriction release schedules.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and enterprise software systems.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Review journal entries and schedules for various financial categories, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare combined financial statements and reports for month-end close processes.
• Forecast cash flow and provide detailed monthly projections to support financial planning.
• Coordinate with external auditors, preparing necessary schedules and information for audits and tax filings.
• Recruit, onboard, and train accounting staff, setting goals and evaluating performance effectively.
• Analyze financial data and communicate insights to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Ensure compliance with donor restrictions and maintain accurate release schedules.
• Utilize nonprofit enterprise software to manage financial data and reporting processes.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional nonprofit accounting experience, including 2 years of team management.
• Proficiency in GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards essential.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in other Office applications.
• Experience with nonprofit enterprise software such as SAGE Intacct or similar systems.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting complex financial information.