Nonprofit Financial Leadership: Industry Specialty Services Manager

BDO USA; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Job summary

BDO USA is seeking a Manager in its Industry Specialty Services Group to deliver nonprofit financial management and consulting services to nonprofit organizations and funders, locally and virtually.

The role emphasizes leading teams, overseeing complex accounting functions, and ensuring financial sustainability for clients in a mission-driven environment. Collaboration with senior leadership, training staff, and contributing to business development are key aspects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance required.
• MBA or MPA preferred.
• Seven (7) or more years of nonprofit accounting experience required.
• Experience with nonprofit accounting principles is required.
• Supervisory/management experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior team member delivering nonprofit financial management during organizational change.
• Oversee month-end close, audits support, budgets, cash flow, and financial systems.
• Present financial analysis to leadership and boards in an accessible way.
• Assist with nonprofit financial reporting and disclosure standards.
• Conduct fiscal and operational infrastructure assessments for sustainability.
• Oversee grant compliance including budgeting and reporting to funders.
• Analyze current processes and propose best accounting practices.

Skills

Nonprofit accounting

Leadership/mentoring

Financial analysis

Cash flow management

Audits & compliance

Budgeting

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance

MBA or MPA preferred

Tools

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

Excel

Microsoft Copilot

Job description

BDO USA is seeking a Manager in its Industry Specialty Services Group to deliver nonprofit financial management and consulting services to nonprofit organizations and funders, locally and virtually.

The role emphasizes leading teams, overseeing complex accounting functions, and ensuring financial sustainability for clients in a mission-driven environment. Collaboration with senior leadership, training staff, and contributing to business development are key aspects.