Manager of Accountability & Projects, Self-Directed Services

Fello; Linthicum (MD); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Fello in Linthicum, MD seeks a Manager of Accountability & Projects to lead financial analysis, accounting, and process improvements within Processing Operations. This role partners with operation heads on audits, data reporting, and compliance, reporting to the Director of Processing Operations and serving on the Leadership Council.

You will manage data transmissions between software systems, develop workflow SOPs, perform reconciliations for payroll and AP, and support audits and year-end

Qualifications

• Three years accounting and data analysis experience.
• Expert-level Excel; proficient in Word, Outlook, and financial systems.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
• CPA/CMA or MBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily data transmission between software systems and ensure data integrity.
• Collaborate with Processing Operations heads on data-related projects.
• Develop and implement workflow processes and SOPs.
• Perform reconciliations for Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Financial Reporting.
• Support special audits and year-end tasks.
• Assist Finance Division with key initiatives.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Data analysis

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

CPA/CMA or MBA is a plus

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Financial systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Fello Linthicum - Linthicum Heights, MD 21090Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $94,000.00 SalaryTravel Percentage: Statewide, as neededJob Shift: Weekday DaytimeJob Category: Corporate SupportsAt Fello, we champion the rights of people with disabilities and invest in what matters most: real opportunities, strong relationships, and inclusive, equitable communities. We partner with people with disabilities to provide support services, develop inclusive housing, and create spaces where people feel genuinely connected—not just accommodated.

The Manager of Accountability & Projects supports the Processing Operations team with financial analysis, accounting, and projects that improve operations and ensure compliance. This role partners with Processing Operations department heads on key financial activities, data reporting, special and annual audits, and other compliance work. Working alongside the Director of Processing Operations, this position identifies process improvement opportunities, recommends enhancements, and supports implementation. This position is a member of the Leadership Council.

The Manager of Accountability & Projects manages daily data transmission between software systems, checking for compliance or record errors, and liaises with Processing Operations department heads on data-related projects alongside Knowledge Management and Business Optimization. This role facilitates workflow development and Standard Operating Procedures, handles reconciliations for Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Financial Reporting, and supports financial services consultants on key initiatives. This position also supports special audits and assists the Finance Division with year-end audit tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate brings three years of accounting and data analysis experience. They demonstrate strong technical and analytical skills with a solid grasp of accounting principles, and work autonomously in ambiguous situations, running toward problems without being asked. They remain flexible, calm under pressure, and adaptive as priorities shift, serving as a model for team members, and communicate effectively with the ability to give candid, constructive feedback. Expert-level Excel proficiency is required, along with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and financial/accounting systems.

This position requires a bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field; a CPA/CMA or MBA is a plus. Past experience with the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), financial management services, and Self-Direction is a plus.

This position is full-time, based in Linthicum, with a typical work schedule of Monday through Friday during Fello office hours, along with limited night and occasional weekend meetings or events. This role requires moderate local travel and is eligible for Consecutive Moderate Telework.

This position includes an award-winning total rewards (benefits) package and paid professional development opportunities.

Fello is an equal opportunity employer which means we provide equal opportunity to all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, gender, gender expression, national origin, age, marital status, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all candidates, employment decisions at Fello will be based on merit, qualifications, and skills. Fello highly encourages all employees to become fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and other communicable diseases.