Nonprofit Finance Manager — Budget, Audit & Procurement

The Foster Alliance; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Foster Alliance in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a senior accountant to oversee core accounting functions including journal entries, reconciliations, month- and year-end closes, and financial reporting for a nonprofit. This role emphasizes nonprofit GAAP, budget oversight with the Operations & Strategy Officer, procurement, grant compliance, audits, and supervising contract staff.

A Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance and 5+ years nonprofit accounting experience are required, with Sage Intacct and

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of nonprofit GAAP accounting principles.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance and 5+ years progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with Sage Intacct and Salesforce preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure proper classification of funds.
• Responsible for month-end and year-end closing processes and financial statement preparation.
• Collaborate with the Operations & Strategy Officer to monitor and manage TFA’s budget.
• Responsible for all purchasing activities for service and development, ensuring alignment with budget and grant requirements.
• Maintain purchasing and recordkeeping systems for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval.
• Manage proper inventory levels ensuring products arrive in a timely manner while improving effectiveness and reducing costs without sacrificing quality.
• Collaborate with the Operations & Strategy Officer to manage warehouse availability for current and future inventory.
• Prepare and present internal and external financial statements, grant reports, and board-level financial packages to TFA leadership and Board committees.
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting, perform variance analysis, and support departmental budgeting.
• Ensure compliance with donor restrictions and grantor requirements.
• Oversee and support annual audits and 990 preparations by gathering necessary documentation and explanations as staff lead with Board selected auditor.
• Maintain and reconcile inventory, data, and fixed asset records.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, nonprofit best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee financial contract staff carrying out TFA’s staffing philosophies and policies.

Skills

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

5+ years progressive accounting experience

Nonprofit GAAP accounting knowledge

Tools

Sage Intacct

Salesforce

Job description

The Foster Alliance in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a senior accountant to oversee core accounting functions including journal entries, reconciliations, month- and year-end closes, and financial reporting for a nonprofit. This role emphasizes nonprofit GAAP, budget oversight with the Operations & Strategy Officer, procurement, grant compliance, audits, and supervising contract staff.

A Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance and 5+ years nonprofit accounting experience are required, with Sage Intacct and