Accounting Manager

New Jersey Performing Arts Center; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental insurance

401K with match

Paid time off

Sick time

Discounted show tickets

Job summary

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center seeks an experienced accounting professional with a strong focus on nonprofit financial management. This role involves overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, compliance with GAAP, and enhancing financial processes using NetSuite. Ideal candidates have 5-7+ years in accounting, a relevant degree, and the ability to collaborate across departments. The position offers hybrid work options and a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in non-profit organizations.
• Enhanced knowledge of NetSuite non-profit ERP.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including supervision of AP/AR staff.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor payments.
• Oversee accounting for contributions and ensure compliance with GAAP.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Salesforce

Job description

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on, detail‑oriented accounting professional with strong nonprofit experience and deep expertise in NetSuite. They bring a proven ability to manage day‑to‑day accounting operations, including oversight of AP/AR, monthly close, cash management, and revenue recognition for grants, contributions, and deferred revenue. With a solid understanding of GAAP, they ensure accuracy, compliance, and the integrity of financial data while supporting cash flow and liquidity planning.

This individual is highly collaborative and systems‑savvy, partnering effectively across Finance, Development, and IT, to support accurate reporting for decision‑making. They have a track record of improving processes, leading financial system enhancements and integrations (e.g., NetSuite), and training users. A strong manager and continuous improvement champion, they develop staff, streamline workflows, and contribute to broader Finance Department initiatives.

• Manage day‑to‑day accounting operations, including direct supervision of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable staff.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor payments, receivables, and performance settlements.
• Manage the monthly general ledger close process, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, fixed assets, and account analyses.
• Oversee accounting for contributions, gifts, and other unearned revenue in compliance with GAAP, partnering with the Development team for accurate coding.
• Maintain accurate records of grants, pledges, receivables, and deferred revenue to ensure proper revenue recognition.
• Coordinate revenue reporting, support cash forecasting, and provide revenue assumptions for liquidity management.
• Coordinate daily cash management activities, including revolving credit line activity and support cash projections.
• Identify opportunities to automate and improve accounting workflows and reporting accuracy.
• Partner with IT and external consultants on integrations (e.g., Salesforce).
• Develop and deliver NetSuite training and provide ongoing user support and documentation.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Finance, Development, and program teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives within the Finance Department.
• Manage implementation of tools to more fully use technology tools (eg. Emburse and Expense management in NetSuite).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with significant experience working in non‑profit organizations.
• Enhanced knowledge of and use of NetSuite non‑profit ERP.
• Experience with system integrations or process automation is a plus.
• Prior experience supervising or coordinating the work of AP/AR functions preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across Finance, Development, IT, and programmatic teams.

NJPAC is an equal opportunity employer and is proud to offer a generous benefits package which includes medical, vision, dental, 401K with match, life, AD&D, PTO, sick time and discounted show tickets.

Note: This position is eligible for hybrid work arrangements to accommodate qualified