Accounting Manager

CFS; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Newark, NJ is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead daily accounting operations, close processes, and revenue recognition for grants in a nonprofit setting. You will supervise AP/AR teams, partner with IT on NetSuite enhancements, and drive automation and system integrations.

This role offers a chance to influence cash flow planning, financial reporting, and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support mission-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–7+ years nonprofit accounting experience.
• NetSuite experience in nonprofit environment.
• Experience with system integrations and process automation.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations, including AP/AR oversight.
• Lead monthly close processes with journal entries and reconciliations.
• Oversee grants revenue recognition and deferred revenue.
• Support cash management, forecasting, and liquidity planning.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and reporting enhancements.
• Collaborate with IT and vendors on NetSuite optimization.

Skills

NetSuite

GAAP

Revenue recognition

AP/AR management

Leadership

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Ready to step into a high-impact Accounting Manager role where youy a0you 0’ll drive financial operations, optimize systems, and influence key business decisions? This is an opportunity to combine nonprofit accounting expertise with technology leadership in a growing, mission-driven organization.

Accounting Manager

Salary: $100,000 – $120,000

Location: 3 days onsite in Newark, NJ

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Lead core accounting operations while managing and developing AP/AR team members
• Gain visibility across Finance, Development, IT, and leadership teams
• Play a key role in NetSuite optimization, enhancements, and user training initiatives
• Drive process improvements, automation projects, and system integrations that increase efficiency
• Own revenue recognition for grants, contributions, and deferred revenue in a complex nonprofit environment
• Influence cash flow planning, liquidity management, and financial reporting strategies
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to support organizational decision-making
• Work with modern financial technology tools, including NetSuite, Salesforce integrations, and expense management platforms
• Join an organization that values continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Enjoy a leadership role with meaningful impact on financial accuracy, compliance, and scalability

Key Responsibilities For The Accounting Manager

• Manage daily accounting operations, including oversight of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
• Lead the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, fixed assets, and account analysis
• Oversee accounting and revenue recognition for grants, contributions, pledges, and deferred revenue
• Support cash management, forecasting, and liquidity planning activities
• Drive accounting process improvements, automation efforts, and reporting enhancements
• Partner with IT and external vendors on NetSuite optimization and system integrations

Qualifications For The Accounting Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant nonprofit accounting experience
• Strong expertise with NetSuite, ideally within a nonprofit environment
• Experience with accounting system integrations and process automation initiatives
• Prior leadership or supervision of AP/AR functions preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and revenue recognition principles

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