Remote NFP CFO Advisory Manager

Cherry Bekaert LLP; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert LLP is seeking a Manager specializing in Not-for-Profit advisory to lead client engagements and guide finance functions. The role supports technical accounting, financial reporting under US GAAP (ASC 958), donor restrictions, and grants, while building robust finance operations for mission-driven organizations.

You will manage multiple client relationships, oversee teams, and drive improvements in close processes, audits, and financial statements, with travel up to 40% as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting with CPA license.
• 5+ years of experience in audit, controllership, or consulting with not-for-profit focus.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and oversee engagement management.
• Lead not-for-profit financial close improvements and grant accounting guidance.
• Support audits including Single Audits and compliance audits.
• Lead ASC 958, ASC 606 (donor restrictions), ASC 842, and related standards projects.
• Improve internal controls and finance operating model for Not-for-Profit clients.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash management for clients.

Skills

Client relationship management

Project leadership

Technical accounting

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA license

Tools

Blackbaud

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

Workday

QuickBooks

Job description

Cherry Bekaert LLP is seeking a Manager specializing in Not-for-Profit advisory to lead client engagements and guide finance functions. The role supports technical accounting, financial reporting under US GAAP (ASC 958), donor restrictions, and grants, while building robust finance operations for mission-driven organizations.

You will manage multiple client relationships, oversee teams, and drive improvements in close processes, audits, and financial statements, with travel up to 40% as needed.