Accounting Consultant (Remote)

Organization

Fohrman & Fohrman, Inc. provides accessible accounting and CFO services to the nonprofit sector. We have been helping nonprofits grow and succeed since 1999. For more information, please visit www.Fohrman.com.

Position Summary

The Accounting Consultant is an accounting expert, driving client engagements focused on project accounting, financial clean-up, and strategic operational improvement. This role involves conducting deep-dive discovery and assessments of client accounting functions, systems, and needs, then formulating and presenting strategic recommendations. The Consultant designs and implements detailed workplans and policies to achieve the proposed improvements. The role operates independently, applying well-developed knowledge and coordinating projects with firm timelines and budgets for Fohrman & Fohrman’s nonprofit clients.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties

• Lead project accounting engagements, especially those involving discovery, financial cleanup, and strategic process improvements.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of client accounting systems, workflows, policies, and the General Ledger for accuracy and completeness.
• Develop and present strategic recommendations to clients and stakeholders, focusing on:
  • QuickBooks/Chart of Accounts cleanup and optimization.
  • Streamlining procedures, improving internal controls, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit GAAP and audit preparedness.
• Design and implement detailed workplans, policies, and procedures to successfully execute agreed-upon recommendations.
• Coordinate all project activities, manage timelines, and maintain proactive communication with clients, executive management, and co-workers.

Working Relationships

• Maintain strong working relationships with management, coworkers, and clients
• Provide positive, friendly, timely support
• Respond to all correspondence in a timely fashion
• Communicate professionally and proactively
• Work as team player and exhibit professional behavior and a positive attitude with management, coworkers and clients that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with company policies and practices

Strengths Desired

• Accuracy
• Attention to details
• Responsiveness to staff and clients
• Attitude of compassion and understanding with staff and clients
• Adherence to deadlines and prioritizing of work load
• Organization of work files
• Prevention and detection of client’s financial problems and shortfalls
• Timely and proactive communication with clients

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or commensurate work experience
• Well-developed knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit finance
• Proven history of leading successful accounting cleanup projects
• Proficient in QuickBooks and Excel
• Highly proficient with various accounting, business, and productivity software; able to quickly learn new systems
• Excellent time management, communication, and customer service skills
• Calm and professional manner
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of time
• Demonstrated ability to meet job expectations with minimal instruction or assistance
• Demonstrated understanding of Fohrman & Fohrman’s operating policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Project management experience
• Nonprofit accounting experience
• Nonprofit auditing experience
• Grant management experience
• OMB Cost Principles
• Proficient with Google Workspace

401(k)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Schedule