Senior Accounting Manager

NOW CFO is proud to partner with Redwood Community Action Agency (RCAA) in the search for a Senior Accounting Manager who’s passionate about both numbers and mission-driven work.

This is a hands-on leadership role within a long-standing nonprofit that’s been serving Humboldt County since 1980. RCAA supports critical programs focused on housing stability, energy assistance, youth services, food security, and environmental stewardship—and behind every successful program is a strong, thoughtful finance team.

If you enjoy digging into the details, supporting a collaborative team, and knowing your work directly supports your community, this could be a great fit.

About the Role

As Senior Accounting Manager, you’ll be a key partner to leadership—owning core accounting functions, strengthening processes, and helping ensure the organization’s financial health as it continues to grow its impact. This role blends technical accounting, team leadership, and meaningful collaboration across departments.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations and support the development of accounting staff

• Maintain the general ledger and oversee accurate, timely month-end and year-end close

• Prepare clear, thoughtful financial reports and presentations for leadership and the Board

• Support grant tracking and job costing efforts (training provided—curiosity and willingness to learn are key!)

• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and support audit preparation

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, grant requirements, and applicable federal and state regulations

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and variance analysis

• Help strengthen internal controls and promote consistent, best-practice financial processes across programs

What We’re Looking For

• Accounting experience in nonprofit, construction, or other multi-funding-source environments

• Experience supporting or leading external audits

• Strong grant accounting background; openness to learning job costing if not already experienced

• Experience with MIP (Abila) or a comparable accounting/ERP system

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• Prior experience leading or mentoring accounting or finance team members

Nice to Have (But Not Required)

• Familiarity with GAAP and Single Audit requirements

• Experience presenting financial information to executive leadership or boards

• Exposure to fund accounting, cost allocation, and multi-program financial structures

• Understanding of nonprofit operations and government grant reporting

Culture & Mission

At RCAA, people come first—both inside the organization and out in the community. The team values collaboration, transparency, and integrity, and works together to support programs that make a real difference across Humboldt County. You’ll find a supportive, mission-aligned environment that encourages growth, teamwork, and meaningful service.

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