Accounting Manager – Baltimore, MD
About the Organization & the Accounting Manager Opportunity:
- CFS is partnering with a well respected non profit organization in Baltimore City to hire an Accounting Manager to join their small finance team. This is a strong opportunity for an Accounting Manager who enjoys hands‑on fund accounting, and working closely with leadership in a structured, mission-driven environment.
- The Accounting Manager will serve as a lead accounting resource, bringing strong hands-on experience with financial statement preparation, consolidations, and grant accounting, while supporting broader finance team priorities as needed.
Why This Accounting Manager Role Is a Great Opportunity:
- Mission‑focused organization with a strong commitment to transparency and accountability
- Collaborative finance team with direct exposure to leadership
- Well‑defined accounting processes, newly implemented software, and established controls
- Opportunity for an Accounting Manager to own complex accounting and grant activities
Job Duties for the Accounting Manager:
- Prepare and post general ledger entries, reconcile accounts, and lead month-end and year-end close processes, including consolidation of financials across multiple entities
- Produce and review accurate financial statements, reports, and budgets. Consolidate and interpret financial data received from third-party accounting team
- Manage and track grant funding, ensuring strict compliance with donor restrictions; lead cost allocations and prepare detailed, funder-specific financial reports
- Oversee accounts payable (invoice processing, vendor payments, expense tracking) and accounts receivable, ensuring strong cash flow management
- Lead audit support efforts, coordinate external audits, and ensure compliance with nonprofit tax requirements, including IRS Form 990 and applicable federal/state regulations
- Support payroll processing and ongoing cash flow management activities
- Apply advanced accounting knowledge, including experience with bond draws and complex funding structures
Qualifications for the Accounting Manager:
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years' accounting experience, preferably in a non‑profit setting
- Consolidated financial statement experience required
- Experience using NetSuite a plus but not required
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Ability to work independently
- High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and ability to meet deadlines
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Location: 100% on site in Baltimore, MD. M-F, 7am-9am flexible start time
Salary: $90,000-115,000
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