Accounting Manager

Description Overview:

A mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day financial operations and support organizational leadership. This role will oversee core accounting functions, financial reporting, and compliance, while helping to ensure the long-term financial health of the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on role with leadership visibility and experience working in a nonprofit and grant-funded environment.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Oversee daily accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll support, and bank reconciliations + Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements + Monitor financial performance and provide analysis, reporting, and recommendations to leadership + Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including program-level budget tracking + Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards (GAAP) and grant requirements + Coordinate and manage the annual audit process, serving as the primary liaison with external auditors + Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls + Partner with leadership to evaluate financial results and address program deficits or funding gaps + Support and oversee grant-related financial activity, including reporting and compliance + (If applicable) Provide guidance and oversight to accounting staff

What We're Looking For:

+ A hands-on leader who can balance day-to-day accounting with higher-level financial oversight + Experience working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment + Someone comfortable interacting with executive leadership and board-level reporting + Ability to manage multiple priorities and improve processes where needed

Compensation & Benefits:

+ Competitive salary based on experience + Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, retirement, and paid time off + Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a community-focused organization

Why This Role Stands Out:

+ High visibility role with direct exposure to leadership and decision-making + Opportunity to own and improve accounting processes and reporting + Strong mission-driven environment with tangible community impact

Requirements Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field + 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting + Prior experience in an Accounting Manager, Finance Manager, or senior-level accounting role + Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles + Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, and audit coordination + Exposure to grant-funded environments is strongly preferred + Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks or similar) and Excel + Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .