Senior Accountant/ Accounting Manager

Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager

COMPANY

Black Onyx Management is a research-informed, community-focused consulting firm founded in 2019 to help organizations turn vision into action. We support midsized companies and nonprofit organizations in understanding local communities and designing business practices, programs, and strategies that create meaningful, lasting change.

Our team brings expertise in research, community engagement, program development, and communications. Founded by CEO Marshawn Wolley as a benefit corporation, Black Onyx Management is committed to merging business success with community impact.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Location: Indianapolis, IN, Hybrid  

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: COO (dotted line to CFO)

Black Onyx Management is seeking a highly proactive, ownership-driven Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager to strengthen and modernize our internal accounting and finance function. This role is both operational and strategic, with responsibility for building automation, efficiency, and scalable processes while helping rebuild client-facing Accounting and Finance service offerings.

This is not just a traditional accounting role. We need a forward-thinking financial partner who can drive cost control, financial forecasting, and proactive financial management while positioning to serve external clients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Core Accounting Operations (40%)

● Own day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close

● Improve accuracy, timeliness, and financial visibility across all accounts

● Lead automation and process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency

● Document and standardize accounting procedures for consistency and scalability

● Manage accounts payable and receivable with focus on cash flow optimization

Financial Planning & Cost Control (30%) 

Cost Control & Management: Continuously monitor and analyze expenses; identify cost-saving opportunities

● Revenue Projections: Build and maintain rolling revenue forecasts based on pipeline and proposals

● Expense Projections: Create detailed expense forecasts by category and project

● Capital Preservation: Actively manage working capital and recommend optimization strategies

● Managerial Expense Analysis: Track departmental spending; provide actionable insights to managers

● Proactive Spending Forecasting: Anticipate needs and alert leadership before issues arise

● Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial scenario planning

● Develop and maintain financial models for business planning and decision support

Project Financial Management (20%) 

● Proposal Financial Review: Review proposals before they go out to ensure pricing accuracy and margin targets

● Project Invoicing Oversight: Track milestones and proactively manage invoicing schedules

● Revenue Recognition: Monitor project progress and ensure timely, accurate revenue recognition

● Project Profitability Tracking: Maintain real-time visibility into project margins

● Client Billing Status: Answer "Where is the invoice?" at any moment for any project

● Invoice Aging Management: Monitor AR aging and coordinate collection efforts

Client-Facing & Business Development (10%) 

● Build Client Service Line: Help design accounting/finance services for external clients

● Forward-Thinking Solutions: Identify how Black Onyx can deliver financial management services

● Client Financial Presentations: Prepare client-facing financial reports as service line develops

● Consultative Approach: Develop expertise in advising clients on financial operations

● Business Line Development: Partner with leadership to define offerings and pricing models

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

● Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

● 5 years of progressive accounting experience

● Strong ownership mindset and proactive approach to financial management

● Demonstrated experience with financial forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis

● Experience managing project-based accounting and revenue recognition

● Excellent analytical skills with ability to translate data into actionable insights

● Strong communication skills for presenting financial information to non-financial stakeholders

● In-office availability

● Proficiency with accounting software and advanced Excel skills

Preferred (Strongly Desired)

● CPA or active progress toward CPA certification

● Experience in professional services, consulting, or project-based business environments

● Track record of implementing process improvements and automation

● Experience with financial modeling and scenario planning

● Background in cost control initiatives with measurable results

● Client-facing experience or business development exposure

● Familiarity with proposal/bid financial analysis

● Experience building or scaling finance functions in growing organizations

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000 annually (commensurate with experience)

● Performance-based bonus potential

● Competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance

● Retirement plan with employer contribution

● Professional development budget

● Paid time off and holidays

● Relocation assistance available up to $5,000.00

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume to melissa@blackonyxmanagemnt.om and a brief cover letter explaining:

• Your experience with proactive financial forecasting and cost control

• An example of a process improvement or automation you've implemented

• Why you're interested in both internal accounting operations AND building client-facing services

Target Hire Timeline: Within 90 days

Hiring Team: COO, CFO, and CEO

We look forward to hearing from candidates who are ready to take ownership, drive results, and help build the future of our finance function.