Interim Fund Accounting Manager, Strategic Resources

BDO USA•Charlotte, NC

3d•$75 - $105

About The Position

Job Summary: The Interim Fund Accounting Manager provides leadership and oversight of fund accounting operations on a contract basis. Responsible for overseeing fund accounting operations on a contract basis, ensuring accurate management and reporting of multiple funds in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. This role leads the month-end close process, prepares fund-level financial statements, and maintains compliance with donor, grantor, and regulatory restrictions. The Interim Fund Accounting Manager supervises fund accounting staff, coordinates audits, and implements process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. This position provides expertise in fund accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, and internal controls, supporting organizations through periods of transition or increased workload. This role will work a sporadic and fluctuating schedule. Job Duties: Manages daily fund accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities for multiple funds Oversees month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate fund-level financial statements Prepares and reviews fund-specific financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting schedules Ensures compliance with GAAP, Uniform Guidance, and other applicable regulatory requirements for fund accounting Coordinates and supports external audits, tax filings, and compliance reporting Develops, implements, and monitors internal controls and accounting policies tailored to fund accounting Supervises and mentors fund accounting staff, providing guidance and training as needed Assists with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for fund management and reporting Identifies and implements process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and stewardship of resources Communicates fund financial information and recommendations to organizational leadership and stakeholders Supports transition and training for incoming fund accounting leadership Other duties as required Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, required
Five (5) or more years of progressive accounting experience, required
Two (2) or more years in a supervisory or management role, required
Experience in fund accounting required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong leadership and team management abilities
Ability to adapt quickly to changing organizational needs and environments
Demonstrates professionalism and integrity in all interactions
Knowledge of grant compliance, donor restrictions, and fund accounting principles

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance, preferred
Experience in public accounting or professional services, preferred
Experience with interim or contract fund accounting assignments, preferred
CPA, preferred
Experience with major accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, SAP), preferred
Experience with fund accounting systems (e.g., Blackbaud, MIP Fund Accounting), preferred

Responsibilities

Manages daily fund accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities for multiple funds
Oversees month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate fund-level financial statements
Prepares and reviews fund-specific financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Ensures compliance with GAAP, Uniform Guidance, and other applicable regulatory requirements for fund accounting
Coordinates and supports external audits, tax filings, and compliance reporting
Develops, implements, and monitors internal controls and accounting policies tailored to fund accounting
Supervises and mentors fund accounting staff, providing guidance and training as needed
Assists with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for fund management and reporting
Identifies and implements process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and stewardship of resources
Communicates fund financial information and recommendations to organizational leadership and stakeholders
Supports transition and training for incoming fund accounting leadership
Other duties as required