Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager – Washington, DC

Overview

Beacon Hill Financial has partnered with a mission‑driven nonprofit organization in Washington, DC in their search for an Accounting Manager to join their finance team. This role is responsible for overseeing day‑to‑day accounting operations, managing a small accounting team, and ensuring accurate financial reporting in a fast‑paced environment. The ideal candidate brings strong operational accounting experience, nonprofit exposure, and a hands‑on leadership style.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll activities.
• Manage month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and nonprofit regulatory requirements.
• Oversee payroll processing and serve as a hands‑on resource when coverage is needed.
• Manage AP and AR workflows, approvals, and reconciliations to support strong operational controls.
• Supervise, mentor, and hold accounting staff accountable to deadlines and performance expectations.
• Partner with leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Coordinate with external auditors and prepare materials for annual audits and reviews.
• Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen efficiency and scalability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Prior experience in a nonprofit or membership‑based organization strongly preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with AP, AR, payroll, and month‑end close required.
• Proven experience managing or mentoring accounting staff.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required (VLOOKUPs, XLOOKUPs; ability to work with complex data sets).
• Experience with mid‑to‑large ERP systems preferred (e.g., Sage Intacct, NetSuite, PeopleSoft, or similar).
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills with a proactive, accountable work style.