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Accounting Manager

Project Self-Sufficiency
Newton, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/16/2026

The Accounting Manager will assist the Executive Director in overseeing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, tax regulations, and donor requirements. This role manages financial reporting, audits, and grant tracking while maintaining transparency and accountability.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Oversight

  • Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
  • Oversee recording of all financial activity, including cash receipts, purchases, payments and Investment Activity.
  • Ensure proper revenue recognition.
  • Ensure timely and accurate monthly close process.
  • Prepare board packages
  • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  • Prepare monthly account reconciliations and analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit-specific accounting standards.

Grant & Fund Accounting

  • Track restricted and unrestricted funds.
  • Ensure accurate recording of grant expenditures in general ledger including quarterly reconciliations to grant filings.
  • Collaborate with program staff on grant budgets and financial reports.

Audit & Compliance

  • Assist with annual audit and 990 tax filing requests.
  • Assist with on-off audits including but not limited to grants, 401k, workers comp.
  • Maintain internal controls and ensure adherence to financial policies.
  • Stay current on nonprofit financial regulations and best practices.

Leadership

  • Supervise staff accountant.
  • Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with development and program teams.

Other

  • Assist with process automation/improvement.
  • Provide timely support for one-off requests.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, (CPA preferred).
  • 6 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a nonprofit setting.
  • Experience with fund accounting and grant compliance.
  • Experience with monthly book close.

Skills & Competencies

  • Proficiency in accounting software (preferably Fund EZ).
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Must be detail-oriented willing to investigate complex issues and uncover root causes.
  • Passion for organization’s mission and commitment to social impact.
  • Must be collaborative, able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • High standard of integrity is essential.

Health benefits, on-site childcare, and 401K plan available. Salary for this position is $105,000 - $115,000, commensurate with previous experience, references, and other factors.

Salary : $105,000 - $115,000

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