Nonprofit Accounting Manager

Scion Staffing, Inc.; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

32-hour workweek

Interim opportunity

Mission-driven nonprofit

Hands-on accounting with impact

Collaborative environment

Onsite with potential hybrid

Job summary

Scion Staffing, Inc. is seeking an Accounting Manager to support day-to-day accounting, GL activity, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting for a nonprofit during a contract period.

The role emphasizes nonprofit accounting fundamentals, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to existing processes and systems; MIP Abila experience is a strong plus. The position offers a 32-hour workweek and a Northeast Portland base with potential hybrid flexibility.

Qualifications

• Progressive accounting experience within nonprofit environments.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Hands-on general ledger, reconciliations, month-end close, and reporting.
• Experience with nonprofit fund accounting, grant accounting, and budgeting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounting operations and maintain financial records.
• Manage general ledger activity, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Prepare financial reports and assist with budget-to-actual analysis.
• Support grant accounting, restricted/unrestricted funds tracking.
• Assist with AP, AR, payroll-related accounting, and other processes as needed.
• Maintain accounting procedures and internal controls; assist with audits.

Skills

Nonprofit accounting

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Cross-functional communication

Tools

MIP Abila

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Accounting Manager will play an important role in maintaining accurate and timely financial operations during the contract period. This individual will support day-to-day accounting, general ledger activity, reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, grant accounting, and other financial priorities. The ideal candidate brings a strong nonprofit accounting foundation, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to quickly become familiar with an organization’s existing accounting processes and systems. Experience with MIP Abila is a strong plus.

PERKS

• Competitive pay of $37–$40 per hour, depending on experience
• 32-hour workweek
• Interim opportunity
• Opportunity to support a mission-driven nonprofit organization
• Broad, hands-on accounting responsibilities with the ability to make an immediate impact
• Collaborative and community-focused work environment
• Northeast Portland location with potential hybrid flexibility for the right candidate

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support day-to-day accounting operations and maintain accurate and complete financial records
• Manage general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes
• Prepare financial reports and assist with budget-to-actual reporting and financial analysis
• Support nonprofit and grant accounting, including tracking restricted and unrestricted funds
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll-related accounting, and other financial processes as needed
• Maintain appropriate accounting documentation, procedures, and internal controls
• Assist with audit preparation and respond to financial information requests
• Partner with organizational leadership and program staff to provide accurate financial information and resolve accounting questions
• Identify and address accounting discrepancies, process gaps, and other financial priorities during the contract period
• Support additional accounting and finance projects as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• Several years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization
• Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles
• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Experience with nonprofit fund accounting, grant accounting, restricted funding, and budgeting preferred
• Experience with MIP Abila is a strong plus
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with accounting and financial systems
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to quickly learn existing processes, work independently, and manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Collaborative communication style and ability to work effectively with finance and non-finance colleagues
• Ability to work onsite in Northeast Portland preferred; some hybrid flexibility may be considered

COMPENSATION, SCHEDULE & LOCATION

This is an interim project working approximately 32 hours per week and paying $37–$40 per hour, depending on experience. The position is based in Northeast Portland, Oregon. The organization strongly prefers someone who can work onsite and be an active presence with the team; however, some hybrid flexibility may be considered for the right candidate.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENTS

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We believe in following best practices and considering all qualified applicants that apply with us.