Best suited to technically proficient accountants with nonprofit experience working in a collaborative, cloud-based environment.
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Original posting from Current via Ashby
ABOUT THE COMPANY
At Current, everything starts with people. We partner with leading accounting firms across the United States, bringing them together through a shared platform that supports their growth while preserving the local identities and client relationships that make each firm unique. Our partner firms combine the close connections of a local team with the resources of a national community, giving professionals access to broader career opportunities, learning, collaboration, and innovative technology. Whether you join Current or one of our partner firms, you’ll be part of a connected team investing in your development and shaping the future of accounting.
Our member firm is hiring for their offices based in Bethesda, MD!
We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join our growing nonprofit-focused CPA firm, recognized by the AICPA as one of the most innovative firms in the country. This role will support and lead client engagements, delivering high-quality financial reporting, grant management, and advisory services in a cloud-based, outsourced environment. The ideal candidate is a strong technical accountant with excellent project management, communication, and client service skills who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage client accounting engagements
- Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reports
- Oversee AP/AR, budgeting, and financial analysis
- Prepare grant invoices and reports; assist with grant lifecycle tracking
- Serve as a primary client contact and respond to inquiries
- Manage workflows, review deliverables, and support junior staff
- Assist with annual audits and liaise with auditors
- Leverage cloud-based accounting systems to produce client deliverables
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
- CPA or active CPA candidate preferred
- 2–5 years of accounting experience, ideally with nonprofit clients
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- Experience with audits, financial statements, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
- Proficiency with QuickBooks, Excel, Microsoft Office; Sage Intacct a plus
- Grant management experience preferred
This position operates as part of a US East Coast-based team, with typical working hours aligning with EST to facilitate effective collaboration. We offer flexibility in managing your schedule to maintain a healthy work-life balance while meeting business needs.
We are excited to invite talented individuals to join our dynamic team! This position offers a competitive salary range of $115,000-$150,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. Apply today to be part of a company that values its people and their contributions!
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The total rewards package at Current includes base salary and benefits.
Our salary ranges are competitive within the accounting industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate’s experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers.
We provide a robust benefits package, including:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)
- Company-Paid Life and Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and accident insurance
- Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
- Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.
Source: Current careers (Ashby)