Accounting Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with demonstrated experience
• Minimum two years in a managerial role and ten years of accounting experience
• Construction project accounting experience strongly preferred
• CPA, MBA, or other advanced credentials preferred
• Experience preparing financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Strong organizational skills with ability to self start, multitask, and take direction from multiple sources
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a deadline driven environment
• Ability to adapt processes in response to changing circumstances
• Passion for affordable housing development and dedication to serving individuals and families experiencing housing instability
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Bill.com, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Office 365, and MS Project in a PC environment
• Experience leading and training staff
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required
• Background check required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit at a desk and use a computer for extended periods
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting of light office items up to 25 pounds
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer, printer, copier, scanner, phone system, and postage meter
• Hand eye coordination and manual dexterity to handle paperwork and equipment
• Visual acuity to read printed and electronic documents
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Hearing and speaking abilities for in person, phone, and video conversations

Financial Management

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the accounting department, including billing, accounts payable/receivable, and the general ledger.
• Conduct accurate and timely end-of-month reconciliations.
• Maintain insurance amortization and coverage verification.
• Provide guidance to staff and external vendors on accounts payable/receivable procedures. 

Budget and Financial Planning 

• Lead coordination of budget preparation, financial forecasts, and variance reporting
• Analyze budget to actual variances, including private versus public funding sources, and provide explanations
• Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports for the management team, board of directors, and key funders
• Liaise with external contractors to gather required reports per project site
• Provide budget preparation support for grant applications and fundraising events
• Track proposals, awards, and contracts to identify funding gaps and future opportunities
• Assist staff and external contractors in modifying project and operational plans based on funding approvals, rejections, spending limits, and project requirements
• Financial Reporting and Compliance
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements
• Track investments, reconcile accounts, manage donations including in kind services and material costs, and track endowments
• Manage annual audit and tax preparation processes
• Ensure completion of all annual business and tax filings
• Serve as primary contact for grants and contract financial reporting
• Supervise contract renewals
• Ensure adherence to reporting regulations at local, state, federal, and contract levels
• Manage invoice submission and reporting for contracts and grants, coordinating with project management to gather required invoices and program reports

Internal Controls and Procedures 

• Follow standard protocols for internal control policies including budget management, cash handling, and accounting procedures
• Provide recommendations to the Board of Directors for policy updates
• Revise standard operating procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy as needed

Cash and Investment Management 

• Track cash flow to ensure liquidity needs are met
• Manage banking relationships, cash balances, investments, and debt reporting

Other 

• Advise leadership on immediate and long term financial goals, strategies, and decisions
• Contribute to organizational strategy as a member of the leadership team
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting department
• Attend Board and committee meetings upon invitation
• Participate in professional development including seminars, conferences, training, and review of industry publications
• Perform other duties as assigned