Accounting Manager | Non-Profit & Public Accounting

Current • Bethesda, MD

5d • $115,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Our member firm is hiring for their offices based in Bethesda, MD! We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join our growing nonprofit-focused CPA firm, recognized by the AICPA as one of the most innovative firms in the country. This role will support and lead client engagements, delivering high-quality financial reporting, grant management, and advisory services in a cloud-based, outsourced environment. The ideal candidate is a strong technical accountant with excellent project management, communication, and client service skills who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
• 2–5 years of accounting experience, ideally with nonprofit clients
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Experience with audits, financial statements, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, Excel, Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

• CPA or active CPA candidate preferred
• Sage Intacct a plus
• Grant management experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage client accounting engagements
• Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reports
• Oversee AP/AR, budgeting, and financial analysis
• Prepare grant invoices and reports; assist with grant lifecycle tracking
• Serve as a primary client contact and respond to inquiries
• Manage workflows, review deliverables, and support junior staff
• Assist with annual audits and liaise with auditors
• Leverage cloud-based accounting systems to produce client deliverables

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)
• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree