Manager, Accounting

United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS); Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UNOS is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and oversee a team responsible for financial reporting, compliance, and accounting processes. You will direct the month-end and year-end close, manage general ledger activity and reconciliations, and support audits in a nonprofit healthcare environment.

The role requires strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic setting, with strategic

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial controls, and reporting requirements.
• Experience leading accounting staff with competing priorities in a dynamic setting.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance; CPA preferred.
• 5+ years in progressive accounting roles; nonprofit/government exposure a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations ensuring timely, accurate reporting.
• Lead and develop accounting staff; set priorities and monitor performance.
• Direct month-end and year-end close to ensure accurate results.
• Review complex entries, reconciliations, analyses, and documentation.
• Develop and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Partner with Finance leadership on priorities and process improvements.
• Oversee audits, regulatory reporting, and compliance readiness.
• Guide cross-functional teams on accounting guidance for initiatives.
• Identify and resolve moderately complex accounting issues with sound judgment.
• Drive system enhancements and reporting improvements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial controls

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Sage Intacct

ERP systems

Reporting tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Description

UNOS is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and oversee a team of accounting professionals responsible for financial reporting, compliance, and accounting processes. Responsibilities include directing the month-end and year-end close process, overseeing general ledger activity and reconciliations, maintaining an effective internal control environment, supporting audits and regulatory requirements, and partnering with Finance leadership to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.

To be successful as an Accounting Manager, you should have strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment. Success in this role requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to influence stakeholders, and experience leading accounting professionals while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting and accounting activities.
• Lead and develop a team of accounting professionals by setting priorities, allocating resources, monitoring performance, and supporting professional growth.
• Direct the month-end and year-end close process to ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial results.
• Review and approve complex journal entries, reconciliations, financial analyses, and supporting documentation.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support compliance, mitigate risk, and strengthen financial governance.
• Partner with Finance leadership to develop and implement departmental priorities, operational plans, and process improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on accounting practices, financial controls, and reporting requirements, providing guidance to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve moderately complex accounting and reporting issues, exercising sound judgment and technical expertise.
• Integrate accounting best practices and drive improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, scalability, and service delivery.
• Oversee audit readiness efforts and coordinate annual audits, regulatory reporting, and compliance activities.
• Collaborate with departments across the organization to provide accounting guidance and support key business initiatives.
• Lead accounting-related system enhancements, reporting improvements, and process transformation efforts that support evolving business needs.

Minimum Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• 2+ years of experience leading accounting processes, supervising staff, or serving in a senior accounting role with increasing responsibility.

Critical Skills

• In-depth knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), financial controls, accounting operations, and financial reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and develop professional accounting staff while balancing operational priorities and resource needs.
• Ability to interpret and resolve moderately complex accounting, compliance, and reporting issues using sound judgment and technical expertise.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management principles, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience developing, implementing, and improving accounting policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders across departments to achieve organizational and departmental objectives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain complex financial information to both finance and non-finance audiences.
• Ability to adapt plans, set priorities, and manage multiple competing demands in a deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop talent, and foster accountability and continuous improvement.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting external audits, regulatory audits, and compliance reviews preferred.
• Experience working in a nonprofit, healthcare, or government contracting environment is a plus.
• Experience leading accounting process improvements, financial system implementations, or reporting enhancements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting systems such as Sage Intacct, ERP platforms, and reporting tools.
• Ability to analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Experience developing and documenting accounting policies, procedures, and internal control frameworks.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing stakeholders without direct authority.

Education

• 4-year degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field of study, or equivalent professional experience required. CPA or CPA-eligible status preferred.

Physical Requirements

General office demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent reaching, handling, and fine manipulation for using office equipment, filing, and managing paperwork.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, mouse, and other office tools.
• Occasional standing, walking, and bending.
• Ability to lift up to 10-20 pounds occasionally.
• Vision abilities required include close vision for computer work and reading documents.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.