Manager, Financial Reporting

American Speech-Language- Hearing Assoc.•Rockville, MD

About The Position

The Financial Reporting Manager provides senior accounting leadership, financial stewardship, and compliance oversight for ASHA and its affiliated entities: ASHF, NSSLHA, CHSA, and ASHA-PAC. The role advances accurate, timely financial information and sound accounting practices to support organizational accountability, long-term sustainability, and informed decision-making in support of ASHA’s mission. The position works independently in managing assigned accounting functions and exercises professional judgment in applying accounting standards, interpreting regulations, and recommending solutions. It also provides technical guidance to others and serves as a trusted resource on complex accounting matters. The description reflects primary responsibilities and notes that staff may take on additional responsibilities and help colleagues from time to time.

Requirements

5–7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Demonstrated familiarity with U.S. GAAP for not-for-profit entities.
Demonstrated experience using enterprise financial systems and reporting tools to support accounting operations.
Demonstrated knowledge of accrual and cash basis accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
Demonstrated familiarity with the Internal Revenue Code relating to not-for-profit entities.
Demonstrated experience supporting grant accounting and compliance activities.
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial information and develop practical accounting solutions.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CPA eligible.
Familiarity with regulatory financial reporting requirements, including Federal Election Commission reporting.

Responsibilities

Lead preparation, analysis, and interpretation of financial reporting for ASHA and its affiliated entities, ensuring information is timely, accurate, and decision-useful.
Provide training, guidance, and technical support to Finance staff on accounting issues, emerging standards, and compliance matters; evaluate emerging accounting standards and regulatory changes.
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, automation, and accounting systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
Provide strategic oversight of Association grants management and compliance, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and grantor regulations and supporting the full grant lifecycle.
Serve as a senior accounting resource, providing continuity of financial reporting operations and technical expertise in support of departmental priorities.
Lead fixed asset and lease accounting, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and IRS Form 990-T requirements.
Lead accounting support for the annual audit and evaluate accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to promote compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Oversee accounting and compliance activities supporting Federal Election Commission reporting and related internal controls.
Exercise professional judgment in applying accounting standards, interpreting regulations, and recommending solutions.
Help colleagues and take on additional responsibilities from time to time.