Overview
Our nonprofit client is dedicated to mission driven work and precise financial management. We are seeking a detail oriented Accounting Manager to join the Finance team. If you enjoy QuickBooks, Excel, and keeping ledgers spotless, this opportunity should resonate. Bring your financial expertise to help shape the organization’s future.
Compensation
Hourly rate: $35 to $45. This is a nine month contract with the potential for a permanent hire.
Position Overview
As Accounting Manager, you will be the backbone of financial operations, overseeing general ledger activities, bank reconciliations, and audit support to ensure smooth and compliant processes. You will collaborate with leadership to support strategic initiatives while maintaining accuracy and transparency. This is a nine month engagement with the potential for permanent placement.
Responsibilities
- Manage month end close processes and ensure timely, accurate reporting
- Oversee general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations
- Prepare and review bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy
- Monitor grant accounting and grant compliance, supporting reporting requirements
- Assist with year end audits and prepare necessary schedules and documentation
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities
- Handle ad hoc financial projects and provide analysis for leadership decisions
Required Experience / Skills
- 3 to 7 years of accounting or finance experience, preferably in a nonprofit environment
- Proficiency with QuickBooks, Excel, and financial software such as Financial Edge or FundEZ
- Strong knowledge of general ledger, reconciliations, and month end close processes
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross functional teams
- Self-starter who thrives in a hybrid, fast paced environment
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Nonprofit accounting experience
- Familiarity with fund accounting and grant compliance
- Experience supporting year end audits
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
- A CPA or an advanced degree is preferred
Benefits
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Opportunity to convert to a full-time permanent role
- Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off)
Location
New York, NY 10261
Diversity and Inclusion
We are a woman owned firm and value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender identity and pregnancy), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and enjoy other benefits and privileges of employment.
Position ID: 390155
