Accounting Manager – GL

Jobtailor; El Cerrito (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in California seeks an experienced Senior Accountant/Controller to lead monthly close, ensure GAAP compliance for nonprofit funding, and supervise accounting staff.

You will manage revenue recognition for government grants, oversee fixed assets, audits, and internal controls, partnering with cross-functional teams to strengthen financial stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience managing professional accounting staff.
• Experience working in a nonprofit organization with federal and/or state grant funding.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP for nonprofit organizations and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
• Strong internal controls, financial reporting, and audit processes.
• CPA or CPA candidate highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage monthly and annual financial close processes.
• Review and approve journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure proper revenue recognition across government contracts, grants, and other funding sources.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, capitalization policies, asset tracking, and depreciation schedules.
• Liaise with external auditors during the annual financial statement audit and Single Audit.
• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls.
• Mentor, supervise, and evaluate GL and AP/AR staff.
• Leverage ERP systems to automate workflows and improve reporting and data integrity.

Skills

Financial Close Management

U.S. GAAP Knowledge

ERP Systems Experience

Supervisory Experience

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

CPA or CPA candidate preferred

Tools

Workday Financial Management

Microsoft Excel

ERP Systems

Job description

• Lead and manage monthly and annual financial close processes
• Review and approve journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure proper revenue recognition across government contracts, grants, and other funding sources
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, capitalization policies, asset tracking, and depreciation schedules
• Manage net asset classifications and releases from restriction
• Supervise AP/AR staff and oversee procure-to-pay and order-to-cash cycles
• Monitor vendor onboarding, W-9 collection, compliance checks, and vendor records
• Oversee employee expense reimbursements and corporate credit card activity
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and support invoicing and collections
• Strengthen segregation-of-duties, approval, and documentation controls
• Liaise with external auditors during the annual financial statement audit and Single Audit
• Prepare and review PBC schedules, audit workpapers, and supporting documentation
• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls
• Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks related to funding requirements
• Leverage ERP systems to automate workflows and improve reporting and data integrity
• Partner with cross-functional teams to streamline financial processes
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate GL and AP/AR team members
• Promote continuous improvement, operational excellence, and financial stewardship

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience managing professional accounting staff
• Experience working in a nonprofit organization with federal and/or state grant funding
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP for nonprofit organizations and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)
• Strong understanding of internal controls, financial reporting, and audit processes
• Experience with ERP systems; experience with Workday Financial Management preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and complex formulas)
• CPA or CPA candidate highly preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to communicate complex accounting concepts to non-financial staff and program leadership
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in financial management, including leading financial close processes, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, and implementing internal controls. Proficient in managing accounting teams and leveraging ERP systems to enhance operational efficiency and reporting accuracy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Financial Close Management
• U.S. GAAP Knowledge
• ERP Systems Experience
• Supervisory Experience
• Analytical Skills

Hard Skills

• Journal Entry Review
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation
• Revenue Recognition
• Fixed Asset Accounting
• Internal Controls
• Financial Reporting
• Audit Processes
• Microsoft Excel
• Compliance Risk Mitigation
• Expense Reimbursement Management

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Mentoring Skills
• Continuous Improvement Mindset

Certifications & Qualifications

• CPA
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Industry Keywords

• Nonprofit Accounting
• Federal Grant Funding
• Uniform Guidance
• Segregation of Duties
• Vendor Compliance

Tools & Technologies

• ERP Systems
• Workday Financial Management