Not-for-Profit Client Accounting - Manager

Overview

This role is for a Manager to join the Not-for-Profit team within Client Accounting Advisory. The organization offers a hybrid work model; while most professionals are located within commuting distance of an office, this position is considered remote and does not require duties to be performed near an office location. Remote employees may be required to be present at an office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Not-for-Profit accounting team, ensuring timely delivery of client work products.
• Independently perform and assist with complex accounting services for clients.
• Lead global teams by guiding and training on accounting principles and calculations; handle inquiries from clients and/or internal stakeholders.
• Understand industry and client challenges to provide solutions and improvements to business operations and client deliverables.
• Identify cross-selling opportunities to provide value to clients.
• Manage team duties associated with performance and execution of client work, including delivering monthly financials, supporting skill development for career growth, and working within budget and time parameters.
• Manage client relationships, including proactive communication, exceeding client expectations, timely client billings, and support with managing accounts receivable.
• Develop expertise in the technology necessary to execute responsibilities; ensure quality control procedures are executed and followed by team members.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement for client work and/or practice operations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for the industry vertical(s) supported.
• Participate in mentoring, recruiting, retention, and team-building activities.
• Maintain professional conduct, showing respect to others.
• Follow AICPA and applicable state society regulations and professional ethics.
• Maintain appropriate compliance with all firm-wide and local office policies and procedures.
• Proactively develop relationships and provide timely communications with clients, staff, and internal stakeholders.
• Respond timely and accurately to internal team and client requests.
• Solicit internal experts across the organization to support solutions for client challenges.

Requirements

• BA required.
• Proven ability to drive and lead corporate accounting processes and procedures, including cash management, AR/AP, month-end close, payroll, and benefits.
• Strong GAAP experience, including hands-on controllership functions related to consolidations, GL close, and financial reporting.
• Ability to support CAS engagements for nonprofit, governmental, and federally funded entities, leveraging expertise in Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), grant compliance, indirect cost allocations, internal controls, and audit readiness to support stewardship of federal funds.
• Strong Non-Profit experience.
• Strong experience managing the full lifecycle of federal and state grants, including Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
• Strong communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Project).
• Must be able to handle multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Significant knowledge of accounting and finance processes and functions, including understanding financial statement preparation and analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA and/or CPA license.
• QuickBooks, NetSuite, and Sage Intacct experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• In Maryland, the salary range for an Advisory Manager is $120,000 to $180,000.
• Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and location, and applicable employment laws.
• Salary is one component of a total rewards package that includes a discretionary performance bonus, generous paid time off, expanded and inclusive parental benefits, and access to learning and development platforms.

Location

• Remote (no requirement to perform job duties within proximity of an office location). Scheduled notice may be required for client work, team meetings, or trainings.
• Salary range stated for Maryland.