We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a mission-driven nonprofit organization in Los Angeles, California. This contract position offers an exciting opportunity to lead and enhance financial operations while ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards. The role requires a strong background in financial leadership and a deep understanding of nonprofit financial practices. Responsibilities: • Supervise daily accounting activities, leading a team that includes roles such as Assistant Controller, Staff Accountant, A/P Clerk, and Cash Clerk. • Oversee the general ledger, account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end closing processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness. • Prepare and present detailed financial reports on a quarterly basis to the Audit & Finance Committee and Board of Directors. • Manage financial reporting in alignment with nonprofit standards and organizational best practices. • Analyze financial data to support strategic planning and align budgeting with organizational goals. • Handle revenue and gift processing, ensuring compliance with donor and government funding guidelines. • Collaborate with leadership to prepare for single audit requirements as the organization expands its government funding sources. • Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for financial processes to optimize efficiency and accuracy. • Support audit readiness by maintaining strong internal controls and adhering to financial policies. • Lead the evaluation and potential implementation of a new financial system, ensuring effective integration with existing processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; advanced degrees or certifications are a plus. • At least 7–10 years of experience in accounting leadership, preferably within a nonprofit organization. • In-depth knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards, audit preparation, and single audit requirements. • Proficiency in handling reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting. • Experience with nonprofit financial systems, with an added advantage for those familiar with system implementation. • Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. • Familiarity with month-end close procedures and financial statement audits. • Ability to work onsite daily, with potential for a hybrid arrangement after initial integration phases.

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Los Angeles, CA
onsite
Temporary
55.00 - 65.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a mission-driven nonprofit organization in Los Angeles, California. This contract position offers an exciting opportunity to lead and enhance financial operations while ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards. The role requires a strong background in financial leadership and a deep understanding of nonprofit financial practices. Responsibilities: • Supervise daily accounting activities, leading a team that includes roles such as Assistant Controller, Staff Accountant, A/P Clerk, and Cash Clerk. • Oversee the general ledger, account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end closing processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness. • Prepare and present detailed financial reports on a quarterly basis to the Audit & Finance Committee and Board of Directors. • Manage financial reporting in alignment with nonprofit standards and organizational best practices. • Analyze financial data to support strategic planning and align budgeting with organizational goals. • Handle revenue and gift processing, ensuring compliance with donor and government funding guidelines. • Collaborate with leadership to prepare for single audit requirements as the organization expands its government funding sources. • Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for financial processes to optimize efficiency and accuracy. • Support audit readiness by maintaining strong internal controls and adhering to financial policies. • Lead the evaluation and potential implementation of a new financial system, ensuring effective integration with existing processes.
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