Nonprofit Accounting Manager (Contract) Full Time NEW

• MUST have nonprofit accounting experience
• Remote contract role (6-10 months)
• MUST live in the DFW area

The Accounting Manager reports to the Controller and will serve as the hands-on operational leader of the accounting function during a defined transition period. This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting activities of the department, including direct supervision of three accounting staff: the A/P accountant, Revenue accountant, and General Ledger Accountant. The Accounting Manager will ensure disciplined execution of month-end and year-end close processes, maintain internal controls and workflows, and support audit preparation and compliance requirements

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The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and adaptable accounting professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills grounded in practical execution. This individual communicates clearly, enforces deadlines, and manages multiple priorities in a structured and methodical manner. A consistent commitment to accuracy, accountability, and procedural discipline is essential. Experience supporting process improvements and implementing practical workflow enhancements that increase efficiency and reliability within the accounting function is strongly value

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Key Responsibili

tiesLeadership & Overs

• ightSupervise and develop a team of three staff (A/P accountant, Revenue accountant and General Ledger accountant) responsible for the entire cycle of accounting operat
• ionsSupport the Controller in implementing the departmental restructuring and ensuring a smooth transition to improved systems and workf
• lowsServe as a key liaison between the finance team, operations and program departments to ensure financial alignment and understanding of accounting proce
• ssesDemonstrates a collaborative, team-oriented mindset and embraces new challenges with flexibility and enthus

iasm
Accounting Opera

• tionsExecute month-end and fiscal year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely repo
• rtingOversee daily functions including revenue recognition, disbursements, payroll processing and fixed a
• ssetsEnsure proper recording of contributions, grants, and complex gifts in collaboration with the operations and fundraising t
• eams.Prepare and review GL entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting sche

dules
Financial Reporting and Bud

• getingSupport preparation of reports for management, Board of Directors, and f
• undersSupport the controller in the development of the annual budget and for
• ecastsAd hoc reporting as

needed
Audit and Compliance

• SupportAssist the Controller in preparing schedules and narratives in support of all ACWIS external
• auditsMaintain internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP nonprofit accounting standards, grantor reporting and federal and state regulatory requi

rements
Systems & Technology Int

• egrationOversee financial data integrity between Raiser’s Edge, Emburse, Bill.com, AccuFund
• and ADPIdentify opportunities to streamline processes through automation and AI-enabled solutions for efficiency and
• accuracyPartner with IT and system vendors to maintain and optimize financial

systems
Process Improvement & Systems Implementatio

• n SupportDocument and standardize accounting p
• roceduresAssist with ERP implementation testing, data migration and workflow v
• alidationContribute to creating a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration in the finance d

epartment
Qual

• ificationsBachelor’s degree in accounting
• required.5+ years of progressive nonprofit accounting e
• xperience.3+ years of experience managing close processes and supervis

ing staff.
Techn

• ical SkillsExperience working with Blackbaud product line: Financial Edge and Rai
• ser’s Edge.Experience in AccuFund software preferred but no
• t required.Familiarity with complimentary systems that manage payables, expense reimbursement and payroll functions (e.g., Emburse, Bill.co
• m and ADP).Strong Excel skills (e.g., Pivot tables, basic formulas, data man

ipulation).