Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Accounting Manager, Project Accounting Reports To: Controller FLSA Status: Exempt Pay Range: $120,000 - $135,000 Annually (DOE) Benefits: 16 paid BACR Holidays, generous paid time off benefits Medical, dental, vision, mental health/wellness benefit, hospital indemnity, life insurance, flexible spending account (transit, medical, dependent), 403b program, pet insurance, WellHub Professional Development opportunities Required Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. Minimum 6–8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit or grant-funded environments.

Minimum 2–3 years of supervisory or team leadership experience. Strong experience with grant and fund accounting, including multi-source funding allocations. Experience with enterprise accounting systems; experience with Workday Financial Management preferred. Experience supporting grant audits, financial audits, or compliance reviews. Skills & Competencies Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards. Strong understanding of grant compliance and funding requirements. Excellent analytical and financial problem-solving skills. Ability to interpret complex funding agreements and translate them into financial processes.

Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with program leadership. Strong organizational and project management skills. Ability to manage multiple grants and reporting deadlines simultaneously. High integrity and commitment to financial stewardship.

Preferred Qualifications

CPA or CPA candidate preferred. Experience working with federal or state grant funding and Uniform Guidance compliance. Experience managing complex grant portfolios and multi-funded projects. Experience supporting Single Audit processes.

Key Responsibilities

Grant & Project Financial Management Oversee financial management for the organization’s portfolio of grants, contracts, and program funding. Ensure all project-related financial transactions are properly recorded and aligned with approved budgets and funding restrictions. Review and approve funder billings and financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with grant agreements and funding requirements. Monitor project expenditures and ensure costs are allowable, allocable, and properly documented. Oversee allocation methodologies for multi-funded projects and ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards.

Ensure proper classification and tracking of restricted and unrestricted funds. Financial Reporting & Program Support Partner with Program Managers and leadership to provide financial guidance and oversight for grant-funded programs. Review and analyze project financial performance, including budget-to-actual analysis and forecasting. Develop financial reports for internal stakeholders and external funders. Provide guidance to program teams on financial policies, grant compliance, and reporting…

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