Sr. Accounting and Contracts Mgr

AppleOne Employment Services; Santa Rosa (CA); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a Senior Accounting and Contracts Manager for a contract/temporary opportunity in Santa Rosa, CA. This hybrid role focuses on accounting leadership for a nonprofit with federal contracts, requiring expertise in budgeting, payroll oversight, audits, and financial reporting.

The role involves close collaboration with executive leadership, supporting the CEO with financial insights, and guiding an accounting team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with federal contracts, budgeting, audits, and accounting operations.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and proposal budget development.
• Strong knowledge of federal compliance requirements, contract administration, and fiscal review processes.
• Experience supporting payroll oversight and general ledger activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for nonprofit programs and federally funded contracts.
• Develop proposal budgets, funding models, annual rates, and project forecasts while ensuring compliance with federal requirements.
• Oversee payroll processes, including ADP-related activities, backup support, issue resolution, and system accuracy.
• Manage audit preparation, respond to audit findings, implement corrective actions, and maintain state and federal compliance.
• Monitor project budgets versus actuals, track KPIs and budget variances, and ensure scopes of work are properly funded and aligned with contract terms.
• Supervise and support the accounting team while partnering with leadership on financial planning, reporting, and operational improvements.

Skills

Budgeting

Federal contracts

Payroll oversight

Audits

Financial reporting

Leadership

Microsoft Excel

ADP

Project finance

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ADP

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Accounting and Contracts Manager for a contract/temporary opportunity with a mission-driven nonprofit charitable organization in Santa Rosa, CA. This hybrid role is ideal for an experienced accounting and finance leader who understands federal contract compliance, budgeting, payroll oversight, audits, and financial reporting.

The Senior Accounting and Contracts Manager will work closely with executive leadership, support the CEO with financial insights, and guide a high-performing accounting team. This is a strong opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys meaningful work, cross-functional collaboration, and contributing to an organization focused on community impact. Candidates can expect a supportive leadership environment, positive teamwork, and the opportunity to influence process improvements across accounting, compliance, and contract operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for nonprofit programs and federally funded contracts.
• Develop proposal budgets, funding models, annual rates, and project forecasts while ensuring compliance with federal requirements.
• Oversee payroll processes, including ADP-related activities, backup support, issue resolution, and system accuracy.
• Manage audit preparation, respond to audit findings, implement corrective actions, and maintain state and federal compliance.
• Monitor project budgets versus actuals, track KPIs and budget variances, and ensure scopes of work are properly funded and aligned with contract terms.
• Supervise and support the accounting team while partnering with leadership on financial planning, reporting, and operational improvements.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay range: $49.28 to $54.69 per hour.
• Job type: Contract/Temporary. Long Term
• Work arrangement: Hybrid position.
• Location requirement: Must be able to drive to Santa Rosa, CA.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and proposal budget development.
• Manage federal contract compliance, fiscal reviews, audits, and reporting requirements.
• Oversee payroll, general ledger activity, project finance, and accounting team operations.
• Support executive leadership with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• 5+ years of experience with federal contracts, budgeting, audits, and accounting operations.
• Strong knowledge of federal compliance requirements, contract administration, and fiscal review processes.
• Experience with payroll oversight, ADP, and general ledger functions.
• Proficiency with accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and project or financial tracking tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Leadership experience supervising or guiding accounting teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage deadlines, priorities, and compliance requirements in a nonprofit environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a nonprofit or charitable organization.
• Background supporting federally funded programs or grant-based funding models.
• Experience partnering directly with executive leadership or a CEO.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience improving accounting processes, reporting tools, or financial controls.

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