You’ll lead a savvy team that handles the core accounting & finance responsibilities within our client’s organization. As a visible member of leadership, you know your accounting principles and the full accounting process end-to-end. You’ll advise on financial reports required by governmental regulations, and you’ll review, analyze, and interpret financial & budgetary reports—all this sounds like fun to you. Every day’s a new challenge, and you’re continually looking for ways to help them get better at what they do, in the most efficient way possible. A team player at heart, you collaborate with executives, advocate best practices, and roll up your sleeves to pitch in when it’s all hands on deck. You move fast while keeping your attention to detail, and you tap into your problem-solving skills to support the organization’s primary objectives.

This organization empowers individuals and families to overcome challenges and achieve their mental health recovery goals. Its mission is to address the diverse needs of at-risk children, adolescents, and adults by providing mental health services throughout Maryland, including psychiatry, off-site counseling, on-site therapy, and therapeutic mentoring. As the Sr. Accounting Manager, you’d be joining a diverse group of uniquely talented professionals with a shared vision to make a difference within the community. This position reports directly to the organizations’s CEO.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Org’s Finance/Accounting Department including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, cash management, and general ledger.

• Oversees and coordinates with the department month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reconciliations, accruals and posting of journal entries.

• Prepares the monthly and annual Financials reports for CEO and all owners including summary analysis of major revenue and expense variances and cash flow impacts.

• Prepares the annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with the CEO and department managers.

• Prepares the forecasts in collaboration with department managers to obtain visibility on the revenue and expenses anticipated over the remainder of the year.

• Develops and maintains accounting procedures and system of internal controls. Implement new controls, procedures, and financial policies to safeguard assets, prevent fraud and ensure compliance with accounting standards and governmental regulations.

• Responsible for the annual financial review, including preparing required work papers.

• Contract with an independent firm to perform financial review, and audit of the Retirement Plan.

• Coordinate with Payroll and HR the Workers Compensation audit. Will provide necessary documentation, explanations and responses to review or audit inquiries.

• Responsible for the day-to-day administration of the company’s 401K plan.

• Develops and maintains a system of inventory control for all fixed assets and assures adequate and appropriate insurance coverage is acquired.

• Works with independent firm to ensure that all annual tax filings are prepared and filed on a timely basis.

• Works with IT contractor & CEO in determining IT budgets, equipment needs, and overall vision of IT solutions.

• Collaborate with Workforce Development Department to ensure the payroll/HRIS functions are streamlined, and personnel changes are communicated across departments.

• Assist CEO and Workforce Development Manager with employee benefit plan reviews, HRIS, reviews, and updating of policies and procedures, as needed.

• Assists CEO with administering and implementing Risk Management Programs, including the review and administration of insurance coverage and fraud prevention initiatives.

• Maintain compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and internal policies. Develop and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets.

• Manage and mentor the accounting team, providing guidance, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.

• Partner with CEO and department managers to provide financial insights and support strategic initiatives.

• Lead or support special projects, including system upgrades, policy updates, and other organizational priorities.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

• 6+ years of accounting and/or finance experience, including 3-5 years in a leadership role.

• BS/BA degree in Accounting and/or Finance and an active CPA certification.

• Strong understanding of general accounting principles, policies, and procedures.

• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year and close process.

• Self-motivated and driven to exceed expectations.

Preferred qualifications:

• Public Accounting Background is a plus.

• Experience in a large nonprofit environment is preferred.

• Proven ability to work in a cross-functional, diverse, and fast-paced environment.