Accounting Manager

Indiana University Foundation; Bloomington (IN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indiana University Foundation is seeking an Accounting Manager to support the shared goals of IU Foundation and IU Alumni Association. You will maintain GAAP-compliant financial records, manage reporting, and coordinate the annual audit and Form 990 filings.

Based in Bloomington, this hybrid role requires guidance to staff, collaboration with multiple stakeholders, and clear communication of financial information to non-finance partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA or progress toward CPA a plus.
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Nonprofit, higher education, or foundation experience preferred.
• Supervisory or mentoring experience preferred.
• Experience supporting audits and preparing audit schedules.

Responsibilities

• Maintain integrity of IUAA's financial records and GAAP compliance.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting; build management reports and variance analyses.
• Coordinate IUAA audit and Form 990/990-T filings; prepare audit schedules.
• Review transactions; confirm billing and cost-sharing between IUAA and partners; monitor budgets.
• Act as liaison between IUAA and IUF Finance; supervise staff and guide development; communicate financial information clearly.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

Communication to non-finance

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CPA coursework (progress toward CPA)

Job description

The Indiana University Foundation (IUF) advances Indiana University by strengthening the relationships and resources that help IU thrive. As an IUF employee, you’ll be part of a team that supports the shared success of both the Indiana University Foundation and the Indiana University Alumni Association, bringing together philanthropy, alumni engagement, and meaningful connections to advance IU and its communities.

Together, we connect alumni, donors, and friends with opportunities to make a difference for Indiana University. Whether inspiring generosity, building lifelong relationships, or providing the expertise and support that make this work possible, every member of our team contributes to IU’s impact.

At IUF, we value collaboration, innovation, data-informed strategy, and meaningful relationships. We’re committed to an inclusive workplace where people can grow, contribute their unique perspectives, and do purpose-driven work in support of IU today and for generations to come.

Job Description

The Accounting Manager position within the Accounting & Finance department plays a key role in supporting the shared goals of the Indiana University Foundation and the Indiana University Alumni Association. In this role, you'll maintain the integrity of IUAA's financial records, ensure compliance with GAAP, and keep accounting operations aligned with Foundation policies, internal controls, and reporting standards.

Your day-to-day work centers on financial reporting and analysis. You'll prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, build management reports and variance analyses for IUF finance leadership, and support reporting to campus, schools, and units on the accounts your team manages. You'll also serve as project manager for IUAA's standalone annual audit and Form 990/990-T filings, coordinating timelines, gathering documentation, and preparing audit schedules for review. Reviewing transactions prepared by accounting staff, confirming billing and cost-sharing amounts between IUAA and its affiliated partners, and monitoring spending against budgets round out your core responsibilities.

You’ll act as the primary liaison between IUAA and IUF Finance, supervising an accounting team member and providing day-to-day guidance, feedback, and support for their professional development. In this role you’ll bring a strong foundation in accounting, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders who don't share your finance background.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA or progress toward CPA a plus
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Nonprofit, higher education, or foundation experience preferred
• Supervisory or mentoring experience preferred
• Experience supporting audits and preparing audit schedules

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable managing multiple deadlines and coordinating with several stakeholders at once
• Demonstrated ability to leverage technology to manage projects and streamline day-to-day work

Additional information

This is a hybrid role based in Bloomington, Indiana, with an in-office schedule of Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and remote flexibility on Tuesday and Thursday. The hiring range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

The IUF is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and professional work environment that is free of Discrimination and Harassment. The IUF will not tolerate any form of Discrimination or Harassment based on the Individual’s race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by law.