This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Accounting Manager based in the United States.
This role serves as a key technical leader within the Finance and Administration team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong accounting controls, and compliance with applicable standards. You will oversee complex accounting activities, support annual audits, manage restricted fund reporting, and contribute to the financial operations of international affiliates. Working closely with senior finance leadership, you will provide expertise, improve processes, and help maintain the integrity of financial systems and records. This position offers the opportunity to lead a small accounting team while influencing financial practices across a global organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. This is a fully remote opportunity for professionals authorized to work in the United States.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Accounting Manager based in the United States.
This role serves as a key technical leader within the Finance and Administration team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong accounting controls, and compliance with applicable standards. You will oversee complex accounting activities, support annual audits, manage restricted fund reporting, and contribute to the financial operations of international affiliates. Working closely with senior finance leadership, you will provide expertise, improve processes, and help maintain the integrity of financial systems and records. This position offers the opportunity to lead a small accounting team while influencing financial practices across a global organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. This is a fully remote opportunity for professionals authorized to work in the United States.
Accountabilities:
- Partner with finance leadership to prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP standards, maintaining ownership of supporting records, reconciliations, and reporting processes.
- Manage monthly accounting close activities, including reconciliations for restricted funds, accounts receivable, credit cards, accrued expenses, deferred revenue, affiliate finances, and other key accounts.
- Maintain detailed supporting schedules and ensure accurate reporting of temporarily restricted net assets and donor-restricted funds.
- Support payment processing activities, affiliate invoicing, and financial transactions while ensuring appropriate controls are maintained.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen financial controls, and increase operational efficiency.
- Manage audit preparation activities, including assigned audit work papers, external auditor coordination, and communication of audit progress and findings.
- Support preparation and review of annual tax filings and regulatory reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with applicable financial regulations and donor requirements.
- Oversee accounting responsibilities for an international affiliate, including banking guidance, regulatory filings, financial reporting, and coordination with local leadership.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop two accounting professionals by providing guidance, training, feedback, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Promote collaboration across the Finance team by supporting knowledge sharing, cross-training, and continuity of essential accounting functions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years managing direct reports.
- At least 5 years of experience in nonprofit fund accounting, including hands-on experience managing restricted and temporarily restricted net assets.
- Demonstrated experience preparing or coordinating Form 990, Form 990-T, and related financial filings.
- Strong technical expertise in accounting principles, financial reporting standards, compliance requirements, and financial controls.
- Experience managing audits and collaborating effectively with external auditors.
- Proficiency with financial systems and software, including Excel, Microsoft Office tools, and accounting platforms; experience with Abila MIP is preferred.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior leadership and stakeholders with varying levels of financial expertise.
- Ability to work successfully in a diverse, global, and collaborative environment while promoting accountability, inclusion, and trust.
- Experience with accounting system implementations is a plus.
- Fully remote work opportunity for candidates located in and authorized to work in the United States.
- Core working hours aligned with 9 AM – 5 PM EST.
- Opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of a mission-driven global organization.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment focused on professional growth and development.
- Opportunity to lead and mentor accounting professionals while influencing financial processes and systems.