Sr. Manager of Accounting Services

International Institute of St. Louis • St. Louis, MO

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About The Position

The Sr. Manager of Accounting Services supports and gradually assumes leadership in managing the accounting operations of the International Institute of St. Louis (IISTL) and its affiliates. Over an 18-month training and transition period, this role will develop toward full responsibility for financial reporting, compliance, audit readiness, and team supervision under the guidance of the Sr. Director of Accounting Services. This position plays a key role in ensuring accuracy, transparency, and timeliness in all financial activities and supports the organization's mission of empowering immigrants and refugees through effective fiscal stewardship.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience, including nonprofit or grant-funded organization experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Experience supporting audits, budgets, and complex reconciliations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail with ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully in a multicultural environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and leadership growth.

Nice To Haves

• Not-For-Profit Accounting experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Analysis:
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP and internal policies.
• Conduct variance analyses of budget vs. actual results and support development of corrective action plans.
• Help maintain the Chart of Accounts and ensure consistent coding and reporting structures.
• Support creation and refinement of financial dashboards, schedules, and reports for leadership and the Board.
• Budgeting & Forecasting:
• Assist with annual budget development and periodic reforecasting.
• Support departmental leaders with budget tracking, expense monitoring, and grant compliance.
• Help identify and communicate financial trends, risks, and opportunities.
• General Accounting:
• Oversee daily accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Prepare and reconcile bank accounts, PayPal, donor schedules, and petty cash.
• Ensure proper documentation and recordkeeping for all transactions.
• Review and approve accounting entries prepared by specialists, once trained.
• Accounts Payable, Receivable, & Case Management:
• Supervise processing of invoices, deposits, and vendor setup in Great Plains.
• Approve and monitor Positive Pay uploads and weekly check runs.
• Reconcile cash receipts and maintain bank transaction accuracy.
• Support continuous improvement of AP/AR systems and workflows.
• Payroll & Benefits Accounting:
• Work with HR to verify payroll accuracy and ensure timely submission.
• Maintain payroll-related accruals for wages, PTO, and benefits.
• Reconcile and report payroll data for internal and external compliance.
• Audit & Compliance:
• Assist in annual audit preparation, including workpapers, schedules, and reconciliations.
• Ensure financial activities comply with federal grant guidelines, GAAP, and organizational policies.
• Support internal control reviews and implement improvements.
• Participate in the preparation of IRS Form 990, 5500 filings, and related reports.
• Grant & Contract Accounting:
• Collaborate with Grant Managers to review expenditures and track restricted funds.
• Prepare or assist in preparing Federal Financial Reports (SF-425) and funder-specific reporting.
• Help ensure timely, accurate, and compliant grant spending and documentation.
• Leadership Development & Training:
• Supervise accounting staff in daily work and provide mentorship under the guidance of the Director.
• Participate in leadership meetings, learning organizational strategy and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Assist in updating Accounting Policies & Procedures; learn to set departmental goals and metrics.
• Engage in professional development in nonprofit finance, GAAP, and grant compliance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level