Accounting Manager

Jobot; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Baltimore, MD seeks a hands-on Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and provide timely financial insight to leadership. The role requires technical depth, strong management, process improvement, and cross-functional partnership skills.

Reporting to the VP of Finance, you will own general ledger integrity, monthly close, reconciliations, schedules, and financial statement preparation across the organization and related entities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master's or CPA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in general ledger accounting and financial management, ideally nonprofit.
• Proficiency in SAGE and Paycor.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations.
• Leadership experience managing accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage all general ledger activities and ensure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing disciplined and consistent accounting policies and procedures.
• Oversee the reimbursement processes and ensure all claims are processed and settled in a timely manner.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and prepare detailed reports on findings.
• Utilize SAGE software for various accounting operations, including the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Develop and maintain accounting schedules to ensure all financial data is accounted for and reported on.
• Prepare and manage the organization's budget and forecast, working closely with department heads and management.
• Coordinate and prepare for annual audits, ensuring all financial records are accurate and in compliance with applicable standards.
• Utilize Paycor for payroll management and ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely.
• Conduct variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and training to the accounting team.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting & Forecasting

Variance analysis

Analytical skills

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree or CPA

Tools

SAGE

Paycor

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accounting Manager

$80000 - $100000 per year | Baltimore, MD | Hybrid | Permanent

Accounting Manager / Non-Profit

A bit about us:

• All 50 States: PPO for Medical coverage
• Ultimate Dental PPO
• Preferred Vision
• $25k Basic Life Insurance Policy
• 401(k) – eligible to enroll on your first payroll

Why join us?

Our client is a Maryland-based nonprofit dedicated to helping youth build the skills, confidence, and opportunities to become productive, caring, and responsible citizens. The organization values a people-centered approach, diverse perspectives, continuous improvement, persistence, creativity, and adaptability. We are seeking a hands-on Accounting manager to lead core accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and provide timely financial insight to leadership. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who combines technical depth with strong management, process improvement, and cross-functional partnership skills.

Job Details

We are seeking a hands‑on Accounting manager to lead core accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and provide timely financial insight to leadership. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who combines technical depth with strong management, process improvement, and cross‑functional partnership skills. Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, you will own general ledger integrity, monthly close, reconciliations, accounting schedules, and financial statement preparation across the organization and related entities. The successful candidate will help leadership understand current performance, anticipate future results, and proactively address budget, cash flow, and funding challenges.

Responsibilities

• Manage all general ledger activities and ensure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing disciplined and consistent accounting policies and procedures.
• Oversee the reimbursement processes and ensure all claims are processed and settled in a timely manner.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and prepare detailed reports on findings.
• Utilize SAGE software for various accounting operations, including the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Develop and maintain accounting schedules to ensure all financial data is accounted for and reported on.
• Prepare and manage the organization's budget and forecast, working closely with department heads and management.
• Coordinate and prepare for annual audits, ensuring all financial records are accurate and in compliance with applicable standards.
• Utilize Paycor for payroll management and ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely.
• Conduct variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and training to the accounting team.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or CPA certification is highly preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in general ledger accounting and financial management, ideally within the Non‑profit industry.
• Proficiency in SAGE and Paycor software.
• In‑depth knowledge of accounting principles, procedures, and legislation.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Excellent leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing high‑performing teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner to stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results‑orientation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly with Excel.

Join our team and contribute to our mission of engineering excellence. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.