Accounting Manager

Calibre CPA Group; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven impact

Collaborative team environment

Professional growth opportunities

Expanded client interaction

Job summary

Calibre CPA Group is seeking an Accounting Manager for nonprofit and church services in the Washington DC metro area. You will oversee core accounting functions, support audits and compliance, and help improve financial operations for a portfolio of church clients.

The ideal candidate has strong nonprofit accounting experience, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple client relationships while transitioning to a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience with nonprofit organizations and GAAP.
• Experience with churches, ministries, or faith-based organizations is highly preferred.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Experience with audits, grants, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for multiple nonprofit church clients.
• Maintain general ledgers and ensure GAAP/nonprofit compliance.
• Prepare financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Assist leadership with financial planning and decision-making for churches and nonprofits.
• Coordinate payroll, AP, and related activities; ensure internal controls.
• Support annual audits, reviews, and tax filings for nonprofits.
• Build relationships with church leadership and program staff.
• Mentor junior accounting staff and support team training.

Skills

Nonprofit accounting

GAAP knowledge

Client management

Mentoring

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Career Opportunities with Calibre CPA Group

A great place to work.

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Accounting Manager– Nonprofit & Church Services

Location – Washinton, DC Metro

Salary Range – $85,000 - $100,000 (depending on experience)

We are seeking a highly motivated and service-oriented Accounting Manager to support multiple churches throughout the Washington DC Metro Area (Eligible candidates MUST live in the area). This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys building relationships, serving mission-driven organizations, and helping clients strengthen their financial operations.

The ideal candidate will have strong nonprofit accounting experience, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple client relationships simultaneously. Experience working directly with churches or faith-based organizations is a significant plus.

Following the initial onboarding and probationary period, this position will transition to a hybrid work schedule.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As an Accounting Manager, you will serve as a trusted financial resource to a portfolio of church clients. You will oversee core accounting functions, assist leadership teams with financial decision-making, support audits and compliance, and help implement best practices that improve operational efficiency and financial transparency.

This position offers a unique opportunity to combine technical accounting expertise with meaningful, mission-driven work that positively impacts local communities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Finance & Accounting

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for multiple clients, including reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.
• Maintain accurate general ledgers and ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Assist churches and nonprofit leadership teams with budgeting and financial planning initiatives.
• Allocate payroll, shared expenses, and overhead costs across programs, ministries, and grants.
• Monitor cash flow, reserves, and investment activity.
• Support annual audits, reviews, and tax filings, including nonprofit compliance reporting.
• Ensure timely processing and review of payroll, accounts payable, and related financial activities.
• Maintain and improve internal accounting controls and financial procedures.
• Build strong relationships with church leadership, nonprofit executives, boards, and program staff.
• Assist clients in developing efficient accounting systems and operational workflows.
• Support preparation of financial information for board meetings, leadership presentations, and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with external payroll providers, auditors, vendors, and financial partners as needed.
• Mentor and support junior accounting staff by providing guidance, training, and technical expertise.
• Communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• Train, mentor, and grow junior staff.
• Manage client engagement plans, schedules, billing, and weekly priorities.
• Lead process improvements and tech upgrades.
• Align your team to Calibre’s values and goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Serve as a proactive advisor to clients by anticipating needs and recommending practical financial solutions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting,
• 5+ years of accounting experience required; public accounting and/or nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working with nonprofit organizations required.
• Experience working with churches, ministries, or faith-based organizations is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, audits, grant reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with both clients and internal teams.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Opportunity to work with mission-driven organizations making a meaningful impact in the community.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Exposure to a variety of nonprofit and church clients.
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and expanded client interaction.
• A role that combines purpose-driven work with strategic financial leadership.

EEO STATEMENT

Calibre is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.