Director of Accounting

RiseMe; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County seeks a Director of Accounting to lead day-to-day accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and maintain compliance with GAAP and funding requirements. Based at 601 S.

Queen St., Lancaster, PA, this full-time role reports to the Vice President of Finance and supervises a finance staff of five, partnering with leadership to strengthen internal controls and drive fiscal integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or certification preferred in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Four to six years of related experience in nonprofit financial management or accounting, with progressive responsibility.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience, including team leadership and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting and Analysis: Review monthly financial statements for accuracy, trends, and variances.
• Accounting Operations and Reconciliations: Manage complex transactions and reconcile accounts quarterly and monthly statements.
• Budget, Audit, and Financial Compliance Support: Assist in budget development and lead audit engagements; ensure GAAP compliance.
• Risk Management and Process Improvement: Identify risks, improve workflows, strengthen internal controls, and enhance efficiency.
• Leadership and Team Development: Supervise accounting staff and provide coaching and development opportunities.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Director of Accounting

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Status: Full-Time

Service Term Permanent

Program/Department: Finance

Location: 601 S. Queen St., Lancaster, PA

Reports to: Vice President of Finance

Number Supervised: 5 functional roles

Job Summary

The Director of Accounting is responsible for day-to-day operational accounting and financial responsibilities. The position provides leadership and oversight of accounting functions; ensures accurate financial reporting; maintains compliance with regulatory and funding requirements; supports audit and fiscal review activities; and supervises finance staff. The Director of Accounting serves as a key operational partner to the Vice President of Finance, ensuring the integrity of financial data and the effectiveness of financial processes.

Duties/Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Review and analyze monthly financial statements for accuracy, trends, and unusual transactions.
• Identify and communicate significant financial variances, risks, and concerns.
• Assist in maintaining the integrity of financial data used for organizational reporting and decision-making.

2. Accounting Operations and Reconciliations

• Manage complex accounting transactions, including restricted revenue, deferred revenue, and net assets released from restriction.
• Reconcile accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and other schedules on a quarterly basis. Reconcile monthly bank statements.
• Support accurate accounting processes and internal controls throughout the organization.

3. Budget, Audit, and Financial Compliance Support

• Assist the Vice President of Finance with the development of organizational budgets.
• Lead financial, deferred compensation, and health and welfare audit engagements. Provide financial expertise and support during fiscal reviews and monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), funding requirements, and internal financial policies.

4. Risk Management and Process Improvement

• Monitor and mitigate financial risks identified through audits and internal reviews.
• Implement operational processes that support organizational strategic initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, strengthen internal controls, and increase operational efficiency.
• Assist in evaluating and implementing system enhancements that improve financial operations.

5. Leadership and Team Development

• Provide direct supervision of accounting and finance support staff, including the Staff Accountant, Accounts Payable Manager, Payroll staff, Purchasing staff, and Fiscal Assistant.
• Deliver ongoing coaching, training, and development opportunities to finance personnel.
• Foster a collaborative, customer-service-oriented, and accountable work environment.
• Promote continuous improvement and professional growth within the finance team.

*Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or certification preferred in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Four to six years of related experience in nonprofit financial management or accounting, with progressive responsibility.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience, including team leadership and coaching.

We value our team by uniting our employees with the mission. We offer a strong purpose with compassion for work-life balance. Below is a glimpse of our robust benefits offered:

• Sign-on Bonus, only available for external candidates
• Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage / 403(b) Plan / Life Insurance / EAP Program
• Generous number of PTO Days banked per year
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer- Assisted First Time Homebuyer Program

Statement of Commitment to Accountability

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County is committed to providing and maintaining a culture of accountability at every site, every day, and in every word, action, and program delivered by each employee.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CAP provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, citizenship, veteran status or genetic information.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The agency shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.

As an employer, CAP complies with thePregnancy Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)and follows the applicable procedures ensuring employees are provided with the rights, protections, and reasonable accommodation required by law.