Accounting Manager

A fully remote nonprofit is seeking an Accounting Manager. The Accounting Manager will perform all day-to-day accounting functions for the organization under the leadership of the Chief Financial Officer, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation, and month-end close. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, efficient worker, and team player. The role is fully remote. The position will require minimal domestic travel, 1-2 trips per year. Occasional night and weekend work may be required for this role. The organization offers generous benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, quarterly wellness stipends, a retirement plan, flex spending accounts, and unlimited paid time off.

Status: Direct Hire

Salary: $90K

What You'll Do:

• Record all bills in NetSuite.
• Record ACH, wire, and check payments received against invoices and otherwise.
• Record and reconcile credit card payments processed through Square, Stripe, and Swoogo.
• Work with Finance & Operations Manager on collections efforts.
• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts and classes for proper coding.
• Process posting of monthly journal entries.
• Reconcile accounts receivable, accounts payable, deferred revenue, and bank and credit card accounts.
• Analyze and reconcile discrepancies and accounting issues, as identified.
• Maintain financial reports, records, and general ledgers for consistent bookkeeping and budgetary analysis.
• Work with Director of People & Culture to ensure compliance with state payroll requirements.
• Closely follow, and document financial processes adherence to, internal controls.
• Aid in the implementation of new accounting policies and guidelines.
• Collaborate with auditors and tax preparers to timely provide requested information.
• Assist CFO in preparation of annual budget.
• Identify opportunities for efficiencies provided by technologies that leverage artificial intelligence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a nonprofit accounting role.
• Familiarity with NetSuite Accounting Software and Revenue Recognition add-on strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and non-profit best practices, preferably within a non-profit organization.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work respectfully with a diverse group of people.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, confidence to question existing processes and manage multiple deadlines.
• Experience coordinating audit activities.
• A track record in grant management as it relates to compliance and reporting.
• Ability to handle information confidentially.
• Effective communication, both in oral and written forms.
• Professional composure and the ability to perform in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Excel.
• Experience working in Salesforce.
• Experience and comfort using AI, professionally or personally.
• Interest in, passion for, and commitment to core mission.
• Willingness to contribute observations and ideas and deliver foresight about how to best fill gaps and solve problems.
• A personable and professional demeanor, with the ability to interact and communicate effectively with employees and consultants.
• Demonstrated truthfulness, integrity, reliability, and honesty with work time and commitments.
• High tolerance for ambiguity; must be flexible and comfortable with unstructured time.
• Driven, self-motivated, and willing to take initiative.
• A team player who collaborates respectfully and inclusively with others across the organization.
• Proven track record of working autonomously and independently to carry out duties, resolve issues, and use judgment, to determine when things should be escalated to leadership.
• A detailed, organized, self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven problem solver who can make clear-headed decisions while under pressure.

How To Apply: Please respond with your resume for consideration. We welcome all candidates that meet the REQUIRED qualifications with recent relevant experience. Palmer Staffing Services is an equal opportunity employer.

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