Accounting Manager

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee our organization's financial operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in corporate and nonprofit accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills to mentor accounting staff, ensure accuracy in financial statements, and support the organization's financial health. The Accounting Manager will play a critical role in maintaining adherence to GAAP, SOX compliance, and other regulatory standards while managing various accounting functions using advanced financial software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, reports, and analyses.
• Oversee general ledger accounting, account reconciliation, bank reconciliation, and balance sheet reconciliation processes.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring proper coding and processing of transactions.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries in accordance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct financial analysis including cash flow analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls, LIHTC regulations, securities law, governmental accounting standards, and other applicable regulations.
• Oversee regulatory reporting requirements and ensure timely submission of reports to relevant authorities.
• Maintain internal controls over financial processes to safeguard assets and ensure data integrity.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff through training on technical accounting standards such as GAAP, GAAS auditing standards, and industry-specific practices.
• Utilize various accounting software including QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, PeopleSoft, and other financial management tools for efficient operations.
• Support internal audits and coordinate with external auditors during annual audits or special reviews.
• Stay current on evolving financial regulations and best practices within corporate finance, nonprofit accounting, private equity, or related fields.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of GAAP, SOX compliance, corporate finance principles, and regulatory reporting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, PeopleSoft; advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Strong understanding of technical accounting concepts including accrual accounting, double entry bookkeeping, journal entries, account reconciliation, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with tax regulations related to nonprofit organizations or corporate entities is a plus.
• Ability to interpret complex financial reports and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience mentoring or supervising accounting teams.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to perform financial management tasks such as budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and financial report writing.
• Knowledge of securities law, wills & estate law is advantageous for specific organizational needs.
• Strong attention to detail combined with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position offers an opportunity for a dedicated professional to lead our finance department while ensuring compliance with industry standards and supporting organizational growth through sound financial management.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $63,723.18-$95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In person