Accounting Manager- Non-Profit

Accounting Manager- Non-Profit

Newington, CT - On Site

Reference ID: BR0013526258

This company offers a salary range of $85,000-100,000 and a very competitive benefits package including paid time off, paid holidays, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and life insurance, as well as a retirement plan with a match.

A mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations, financial reporting, grant accounting, and budgeting activities. This individual will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with GAAP and grant requirements, and providing financial insights to support organizational decision-making.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. They will work closely with department heads and line managers across the organization to develop budgets, monitor financial performance, and ensure resources are being managed effectively in support of the organization's mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial records in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, account analysis, and preparation of financial statements.
• Oversee grant accounting, including tracking grant expenditures, monitoring funding restrictions, and ensuring compliance with grant terms and reporting requirements.
• Prepare and review financial reports for grants, funding agencies, leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and develop ongoing forecasts to support financial planning and resource allocation.
• Perform budget-to-actual variance analysis, investigate discrepancies, identify trends, and communicate findings and recommendations to management.
• Partner with department heads and line managers to develop budgets, monitor spending, understand financial results, and address budgetary concerns.
• Provide financial guidance and support to non-financial managers, translating complex accounting information into clear, actionable insights.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to promote accuracy, accountability, and compliance.
• Support annual audits, financial reviews, and the preparation of supporting schedules and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, financial reporting, and overall operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• MBA and/or CPA preferred.
• Several years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a nonprofit organization.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close procedures.
• Demonstrated experience with grant accounting, grant compliance, and grant reporting.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial variance analysis skills.
• Experience preparing financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting audit activities.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with department leaders and staff across the organization.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.