Manager, Financial Reporting

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) seeks an experienced Senior Accounting Leader to manage financial reporting for ASHA and affiliates, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. You will guide staff on standards, strengthen internal controls, and support grants management across federal and state programs.

You will lead asset accounting, IRS compliance, and contribute to audits while promoting financial stewardship aligned with ASHA’s mission.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• CPA or CPA eligible preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, analysis and interpretation of financial reporting for ASHA and affiliates.
• Provide strategic training and technical support to Finance staff on accounting issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, automation, and internal controls.
• Oversee grants management and compliance across federal, state, and grantor regulations.
• Maintain continuity of financial reporting operations and technical expertise.
• Lead fixed asset and lease accounting ensuring US GAAP and IRS Form 990T compliance.
• Support annual audit and evaluate accounting policies and controls for efficiency.
• Oversee accounting and compliance activities supporting FEC reporting.

Skills

Not-for-profit GAAP

Accrual & cash accounting

Grant accounting

Regulatory reporting

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA-eligible preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

I. Purpose

The purpose of this position is to provide senior accounting leadership, financial stewardship, and compliance oversight for ASHA and its affiliated entities. The Financial Reporting Manager serves as a trusted technical resource, advancing accurate, timely financial information and sound accounting practices that support organizational accountability, long-term sustainability, and informed decision-making in support of ASHA's mission.

II. Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the preparation, analysis and interpretation of financial reporting for ASHA and its affiliates (ASHF, NSSLHA, CHSA, ASHA-PAC) ensuring timely, accurate, and decision-useful financial information.
2. Provide strategic training, guidance, and technical support to Finance staff on accounting issues, emerging standards, and compliance matters, while serving as a technical resource in evaluating emerging accounting standards and regulatory changes.
3. Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, automation, and accounting systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
4. Provide strategic oversight of the Association grants management and compliance, ensuring adherence with federal, state, and grantor regulations while supporting the full grant lifecycle
5. Serve as a senior accounting resource, providing continuity of financial reporting operations and technical expertise in support of departmental priorities.
6. Lead fixed asset and lease accounting ensuring US GAAP and IRS Form 990T compliance.
7. Lead accounting support for the annual audit and evaluate accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to promote compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
8. Oversee accounting and compliance activities supporting Federal Election Commission reporting and related internal controls.

IV. Autonomy & Decision Making:

Works independently in managing assigned accounting functions and exercises professional judgment in applying accounting standards, interpreting regulations, and recommending solutions. Provides technical guidance to others and serves as a trusted resource on complex accounting matters.

V. Qualifications & Skills

Qualifications:

Knowledge typically acquired through:

• 5-7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• CPA or CPA eligible preferred

Skills

• Demonstrated familiarity with U.S. GAAP for not-for-profit entities
• Demonstrated experience using enterprise financial systems and reporting tools to support accounting operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accrual and cash basis accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
• Demonstrated familiarity with the Internal Revenue Code relating to not-for-profit entities
• Demonstrated experience supporting grant accounting and compliance activities.
• Familiarity with regulatory financial reporting requirements, including Federal Election Commission reporting, preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial information and develop practical accounting solutions.

VI. Universal Expectations of ASHA Staff

At ASHA, we believe in working together to make well-informed decisions that will advance the association and the discipline of human communication sciences and disorders; teamwork is vital to achieving our mission, vision, and maximizing impact. As committed stewards of the organization, we care deeply about our professions, members, and staff, and building a strong and welcoming community. We strive to ensure that everyone's voice is heard and valued. We are dedicated to helping each other grow and innovate by encouraging open communication and continual learning. Our focus is on delivering excellent service and value to members, advancing equity, and promoting the power of science and research. The enduring strength of our work is rooted in community, integrity, and the inclusion of differing perspectives, while collaboratively seeking better solutions.

VII. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

ASHA is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is ASHA’s policy to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard for race, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation or LGBT status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ASHA's Bylaws. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation and benefits, upward mobility, training and development, access to facilities, termination, and other personnel actions.

VIII. Disclaimer

This job description reflects the primary responsibilities of the job but is not a detailed description of all duties which may be required of someone in the position. All ASHA staff are expected to take on additional responsibilities from time to time and to help their colleagues.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Certified Public Account.

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