Accounting Manager

Overview

This Accounting Manager role provides leadership over accounting operations for multiple nonprofit clients, including membership-based organizations such as trade associations and professional societies. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with GAAP standards, overseeing the monthly close process, and partnering with internal team members to strengthen internal controls and reporting.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements and reports for multiple nonprofit clients
• Conduct variance analyses comparing actual figures to budget, forecast, and prior periods

Financial Oversight

• Manage client accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems to ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
• Implement and monitor internal controls for revenue, expenses, and program budgets

Collaboration and Analysis

• Collaborate with client executives to communicate financial status and provide insights
• Develop a deep understanding of client operations to offer tailored financial guidance and recommendations

Close Process

• Oversee and finalize monthly close transactions, including account reconciliations and ledger reviews
• Ensure all workpapers tie accurately to financial statements

Audit and Budgeting

• Coordinate with external auditors for year-end reviews and tax filings
• Assist clients in budgeting processes and recommend corrective actions to meet financial objectives

Policy and Process Improvement

• Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures for client organizations
• Continuously review and improve accounting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Team Leadership and Development

• Supervise and mentor Senior and Staff Accountants, providing guidance and support in achieving performance goals
• Lead regular team meetings to discuss process updates and address challenges

Ad-Hoc Tasks and Reporting

• Create custom reports and financial analyses to meet specific client needs
• Assist with resolving complex issues related to general ledger coding, reconciliation, and merchant services

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (CPA or MBA preferred)
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including month-end close processes
• Strong proficiency with accounting systems, including NetSuite, and advanced knowledge of Excel
• Experience with nonprofit or association accounting is highly desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proven ability to implement process improvements and ensure compliance with policies

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel may be necessary for this position, up to 2% of the time. Modes of transportation may include air travel, car, or rail.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $80,000.00 - 90,000.00 USD per year

Location

• Fully remoting