Accounting Manager

Leoforce; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Leoforce is assisting a Maryland-based nonprofit client in finding a hands-on Senior Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and provide timely financial insight to leadership.

You will own general ledger integrity, monthly close, reconciliations, schedules, and financial statement preparation, partnering across departments to address budget, cash flow, and funding challenges with a strong emphasis on process improvement and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s or CPA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of general ledger accounting and financial management experience, ideally in nonprofit.
• Proficiency in SAGE and Paycor software.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, procedures, and legislation.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Excellent leadership and team development abilities.
• Strong communication skills for presenting complex financials to stakeholders.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and multi‑tasking in a fast-paced environment.
• High integrity and urgency with results‑orientation.

Responsibilities

• Manage all general ledger activities with disciplined accounting policies.
• Oversee reimbursement processes and ensure timely claim settlements.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and prepare detailed reports.
• Utilize SAGE for accounting operations and financial statement prep.
• Develop and maintain accounting schedules for data integrity and reporting.
• Prepare and manage the organization’s budget and forecast with heads of departments.
• Coordinate and prepare for annual audits and ensure compliance with standards.
• Utilize Paycor for payroll management and accurate processing.
• Conduct variance analysis, identify trends, and propose improvements.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and training to the accounting team.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Communication

Organizational skills

Integrity

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree or CPA preferred

Tools

SAGE

Paycor

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Senior Level

Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year

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 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

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

Qualifications

1. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or CPA certification is highly preferred.
2. A minimum of 5 years of experience in general ledger accounting and financial management, ideally within the Non-profit industry.
3. Proficiency in SAGE and Paycor software.
4. In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, procedures, and legislation.
5. Strong analytical skills and experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
6. Excellent leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
7. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner to stakeholders at all levels.
8. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
9. High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
10. 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.

A bit about us

• All 50 States: PPO for Medical coverage
• Ultimate Dental PPO
• Preferred Vision
• $25k Basic Life Insurance Policy

We also offer:

• 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.