ACCOUTING MANAGER

CASA OF LOS ANGELES • Monterey Park, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization, ensuring timely and accurate financial processes, reconciliations, and reporting. This role leads the execution of accounting functions, including month-end close, financial analysis, and budget tracking, while maintaining strong internal controls. The Accounting Manager works closely with the Controller, who retains final review and approval authority over financial reporting, general ledger activity, and audit processes. This position also serves as a backup to payroll to ensure continuity of payroll operations.

Requirements

• Able to lift/push/pull 10 pounds.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position and constantly use a computer, which consists of viewing a monitor and using a keyboard.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit accounting
• Experience with government grants or contracts preferred
• Experience in preparing financial statements
• Experience with NetSuite or other ERP systems preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards
• Advanced Excel skills

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts and general ledger entries.
• Ensure accurate coding and classification of financial transactions in accordance with organizational policies and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Maintain complete and organized financial records and supporting documentation.
• Monitor and maintain the integrity of the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers.
• Support proper use and maintenance of the accounting system (NetSuite), including ensuring transactions are recorded using appropriate department, class, and grant tracking segments.
• Lead the preparation and coordination of the month-end and year-end close process.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare internal financial statements and supporting schedules for Controller review, including Statement of Activities, Statement of Financial Position, and budget-to-actual reports.
• Ensure all financial data is complete, accurate, and submitted in a timely manner for internal and external reporting.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports for management, board committees, and external stakeholders as needed.
• Prepare and review government contract and grant invoices, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with contract terms and funding requirements.
• Prepare supporting documentation for grant expenditures to ensure allowability, allocability, and proper documentation in accordance with federal and state grant regulations.
• Record and track grant revenue, including restricted and conditional funding, ensuring revenue recognition aligns with grant agreements and applicable accounting standards.
• Monitor grant budgets and expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets and funding restrictions.
• Assist with the preparation and tracking of grant reimbursement requests or drawdowns to ensure timely receipt of funds.
• Maintain grant-related financial schedules and documentation for reporting and audit purposes.
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure timely and accurate reporting of grant-related financial activity.
• Assist with the preparation and review of financial reports submitted to funders, ensuring reports reconcile to the general ledger and supporting documentation.
• Support responses to grant monitoring requests, financial reviews, and compliance inquiries from federal, state, or pass-through funding agencies.
• Analyze financial data to support budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making.
• Monitor budget-to-actual performance and provide variance analysis to the Controller and leadership.
• Assist with the preparation and monitoring of organizational and program budgets.
• Provide financial guidance to program and department leaders on spending and grant budget compliance.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for annual financial audits and grant audits.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, grant requirements, and internal financial controls.
• Identify and recommend improvements to strengthen accounting processes and internal controls.
• Serve as backup for payroll processing to ensure continuity of payroll operations.
• Reconcile payroll-related entries within the general ledger.
• Assist with the allocation of payroll expenses to departments and grants as required.
• Coordinate and oversee key accounting functions to ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting processes.
• Provide guidance and support to accounting staff responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other finance functions, as applicable.
• Review work prepared by accounting staff to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with HR, Development, and Program teams to support financial reporting and grant management needs.
• Support the Controller in implementing financial policies, procedures, and process improvements.

Benefits

• Up to $535/month toward medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• A variety of voluntary benefits, such as supplemental life and disability plans, accident and critical illness coverage, pet insurance, and legal/ID protection
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Commuter Spending Accounts (CSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), and an employer-sponsored Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) for employees who waive coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support emotional and mental well-being
• Robust time off benefits, including generous vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and organizational closure days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees