Accounting Manager – Non-Profit

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee all daily accounting functions as the exclusive in-house accountant for IREC.

• Direct the external accounting firm for IREC and manage daily accounting tasks, which include reimbursements, accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), general ledger maintenance, and reconciliations.

• Responsible for the administration of IREC’s cloud-based financial software systems, such as Bill.com and Intacct.

• Generate periodic financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annually) that encompass balance sheets, income statements, and budget-to-actual reports.

• Ensure that all IREC managers receive biweekly updates regarding billing and the current financial status of their grants.

• Assist the CEO in contract evaluation and compliance, identifying financial risks, ensuring compliance with funder requirements, and preparing financial reports for the Board of Directors.

• Supervise a portfolio of grants, contracts, and restricted funds across various programs, including tracking, drawdown, forecasting, and reconciling multiple budgets for single projects.

• Monitor and report on financial activities related to government, foundation, and other restricted grants, ensuring compliance with funder and contract agreement requirements.

• Accountable for federal grant financial reporting (e.g., SF-425, FFR), in addition to monthly budget reporting.

• Collaborate with leadership and program staff on grant budget formulation, financial reporting, and budget adjustments.

• Provide variance analysis and budgetary guidance to program leaders, along with financial insights and recommendations to aid strategic planning and long-term organizational objectives.

• Lead audit preparation efforts in coordination with external and forensic accountants; guarantee that documentation is thorough and audit-ready at all times.

• Create, document, and continuously enhance internal controls and financial policies, including travel reimbursements, credit card management, and expense authorization procedures.

• Propel process enhancements across financial operations by utilizing technology and best practices to boost efficiency and mitigate risks.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of general accounting experience.

• At least 3 years in managerial-level financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting operations.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience working with grant-funded programs and a demonstrated understanding of federal and foundation grant compliance requirements.

• Highly skilled in Sage Intacct, Bill.com, QuickBooks, or equivalent platforms.

• Strong knowledge of general and nonprofit accounting principles, including fund accounting (ASC 958), with the capability to consistently apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) across all financial functions.

• Knowledge of FAR requirements for federal grant management.

• Familiarity with government financial systems, such as EERE-PMC, VIPER, ASAP, FedConnect, and PAGE.

• Proven track record of serving as the main point of contact for an external accounting or audit firm, including coordinating audit preparation, documentation, and addressing findings.

• Ability to function as the sole in-house accounting professional, demonstrating strong self-direction, sound judgment, and effective prioritization without daily supervision.

• Exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial colleagues clearly and confidently.

• Openness to flexibility, adapting to new technologies, learning, and continuously enhancing processes.

• A strong commitment to clean energy, diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits.