Accounting Manager

Continuserve•Chicago, IL

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

ContinuServe is a tech-enabled outsourcing firm that provides finance, accounting, human resources, and technology services to clients. The Accounting Manager provides direct accounting services to nonprofit organizations and fulfills contractual obligations by supporting full-cycle accounting for multiple clients. Work includes financial statement preparation, cash management, grant management, budgeting, and audit preparation. This is a hybrid role requiring on-site work at client locations in and around the Chicagoland area three days per week. The role involves travel to client sites as needed and working in a client-facing environment. Required travel is typically local to Greater Chicagoland, though out-of-state travel may be required for periods of time. The starting salary range is $80,000 to $100,000 annually, commensurate with experience. ContinuServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce and an inclusive environment based on mutual respect. Qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to legally protected status.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
At least 2 years of accounting experience.
Advanced Excel skills.
Business acumen and strong communication skills.
Ability to work on-site at client locations in and around Chicagoland three days per week.
Comfort with travel to client sites and working in a client-facing environment.
Ability to travel locally in Greater Chicagoland and, as required, out of state for periods of time.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients’ day-to-day accounting needs.
Support client financial assessments in collaboration with senior accounting team members.
Work with senior accounting staff to develop organizational and grant budgets aligned with client goals and missions.
Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for senior leadership.
Provide insights and recommendations based on client operations, including efficiencies, cost savings, and deviations from expense expectations.
Support client compliance with financial and funding regulations and reporting requirements by identifying and addressing potential issues.
Mitigate client financial risks by following and supporting adoption of client policies and procedures.
Evaluate and streamline client financial processes and procedures using technology and best practices.
Deliver technical accounting services, including GAAP revenue recognition and lease accounting.
Support public and private funding requirements, including budget revisions, expenditure tracking, vouchering, reporting, and allowability reviews.
Support annual audit preparation and client funding audits.
Enter and/or review transactions, including receivables, payables and expenses, month-end close entries, and adjusting and closing journal entries.
Review the accounting support team’s work for accuracy and make revisions as applicable.
Build collaborative relationships with client stakeholders and serve as a trusted advisor and advocate.
Address client concerns and ensure their timely resolution.
Partner with the assigned ContinuServe client CFO or Controller on engagement matters, as applicable.
Coordinate work, drive accountability, and facilitate communication with the global team to ensure deliverables are accurate and timely.
Provide mentoring, training, and professional development as applicable.
Engage with and participate in the client’s community and mission, including through volunteer opportunities.
Perform other duties as requested.