Not-for-Profit Client Accounting - Senior Manager

Overview

An organization is seeking a Senior Manager to join the Not-for-Profit team within the Client Accounting Advisory practice.

This is a hybrid organization. While the role is remote and does not require performing duties within proximity of an office, 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 product by team members.
• Independently perform and support complex accounting services for clients.
• Lead global teams by providing guidance and training on accounting principles and calculations.
• Handle client inquiries and internal stakeholder requests.
• Understand the industry and client challenges to provide solutions and improvements to client deliverables and business outcomes, and identify cross-selling opportunities.
• Timely complete duties associated with managing teams, including ensuring the team meets performance goals and benchmarks (e.g., delivering monthly financials, supporting skill development for career growth, and working within budget and time parameters).
• Manage client relationships through proactive communication, exceeding client expectations, timely completion of client billings, and assistance with managing accounts receivable.
• Develop expertise in the technology required to perform responsibilities; ensure quality control procedures are executed and adhered to by team members.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement for client work and/or practice operations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for the supported industry vertical(s).
• Participate in mentoring, recruiting, retention, and team-building activities.
• Maintain professional conduct, respect, and adherence to regulations and professional ethics of the AICPA and the state society.
• Maintain appropriate compliance with firm-wide and local office policies and procedures.
• Proactively develop relationships and maintain communication 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. MBA and/or CPA license a plus.
• 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 experience performing controllership functions such as consolidations, GL close, and financial reporting.
• Lead Client Accounting Services (CAS) engagements for nonprofit, governmental, and federally funded entities using Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), grant compliance, indirect cost allocations, internal controls, and audit readiness to support stewardship of federal funds.
• Strong nonprofit experience.
• Strong communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Project).
• Strong project and time management skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail; action-oriented self-starter and team player.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Significant knowledge of accounting and finance processes, including strong understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• QuickBooks, NetSuite, and Sage Intacct experience.

Compensation & Benefits

In Maryland, the salary range for an Advisory Senior Manager is $150,000 to $250,000. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, qualifications, location, and applicable employment laws.

Compensation includes a discretionary performance bonus, generous paid time off, expanded and inclusive parental benefits, and access to learning and development platforms.

Location

Remote (not required to perform duties within proximity of an office location), with possible scheduled in-office presence for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.