Accounting Manager

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; El Cerrito (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking an inspired Accounting Manager to lead grant and project accounting as the organization scales. You will supervise senior project accountants and report to the Controller and CFO, guiding financial processes for multi-source funding in a high-growth nonprofit environment.

You will oversee compliance, audits, and internal controls while partnering with program leadership to provide financial guidance and forecasting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field is required.
• 6–8 years of progressive accounting experience with 2–3 years of leadership.
• Experience with grant and fund accounting across multi-source funding.
• ERP systems experience; Workday is a plus.
• Experience supporting grant audits and financial audits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee grant and project financial management for the program portfolio.
• Ensure transactions align with budgets and funding restrictions.
• Review funder billings and financial reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor expenditures, ensure allowability and proper documentation.
• Oversee cost allocations for multi-funded projects and compliance.
• Classify and track restricted vs. unrestricted funds.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Nonprofit accounting

Grant compliance

Analytical skills

Financial problem-solving

Communication & collaboration

Organizational skills

Project management

Grant funding management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Workday Financial Management

ERP accounting systems

Job description

We are looking for an inspired, passionate Accounting Manager who wants to effect profound change and have fun doing it!

In the last four years, we’ve experienced rapid growth, doubling in size. Our financial health is strong as the vast majority of funding comes from long-standing contracts with school districts and a diverse slate of local, state and federal sources. We enjoy an excellent reputation throughout the Bay Area. While our recent growth is a clear marker of our success, it also brings with it complexity and challenges. We are still in the process of scaling up our processes, tools and teams to keep up with our growth. Supervise an team and report to the Controller as well as CFO.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

• 6–8 years plus of progressive accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit or grant-funded environments with at least 2–3 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.

• Strong experience with grant and fund accounting, including multi-source funding allocations.

• Experience with ERP accounting systems; experience with Workday Financial Management a plus.

• Experience supporting grant audits, financial audits, or compliance reviews.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.

• Strong understanding of grant compliance and funding requirements.

• Excellent analytical and financial problem-solving skills.

• Ability to interpret complex funding agreements and translate them into financial processes.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with program leadership.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple grants and reporting deadlines simultaneously.

• High integrity and commitment to financial stewardship.

Responsibilities

Grant & Project Financial Management

• Oversee financial management for the organization’s portfolio of grants, contracts, and program funding.

• Ensure all project-related financial transactions are properly recorded and aligned with approved budgets and funding restrictions.

• Review and approve funder billings and financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with grant agreements and funding requirements.

• Monitor project expenditures and ensure costs are allowable, allocable, and properly documented.

• Oversee allocation methodologies for multi-funded projects and ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards.

• Ensure proper classification and tracking of restricted and unrestricted funds.

Financial Reporting & Program Support

• Partner with Program Managers and leadership to provide financial guidance and oversight for grant-funded programs.

• Review and analyze project financial performance, including budget-to-actual analysis and forecasting.

• Develop financial reports for internal stakeholders and external funders.

• Provide guidance to program teams on financial policies, grant compliance, and reporting timelines.

• Support program leadership in interpreting funding requirements and financial performance.

Compliance, Audit & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and private funder requirements, including Uniform Guidance when applicable.

• Support preparation for annual financial statement audits, Single Audits, and grant audits.

• Review audit schedules and documentation related to grants and project funding.

• Develop and maintain policies and procedures related to grant and project accounting.

• Strengthen internal controls related to project spending, billing, and reporting.

Team Leadership & Process Improvement

• Supervise and mentor the Senior Project Accountants and Project Accountants.

• Provide guidance, training, and performance management to support team development.

• Identify opportunities to improve grant accounting processes and financial reporting workflows.

• Collaborate with the general ledger team to ensure accurate integration between project accounting and financial reporting.

• Support the optimization of financial systems and reporting tools, including Workday Financial Management.
  Salary range DOE $120,000 -$135,000
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