Interim Fund Accounting Manager, Strategic Resources

Job Summary

The Interim Fund Accounting Manager provides leadership and oversight of fund accounting operations on a contract basis. Responsible for overseeing fund accounting operations on a contract basis, ensuring accurate management and reporting of multiple funds in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. This role leads the month-end close process, prepares fund-level financial statements, and maintains compliance with donor, grantor, and regulatory restrictions. The Interim Fund Accounting Manager supervises fund accounting staff, coordinates audits, and implements process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. This position provides expertise in fund accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, and internal controls, supporting organizations through periods of transition or increased workload.

This role will work a sporadic and fluctuating schedule.

Job Duties

• Manages daily fund accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities for multiple funds
• Oversees month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate fund-level financial statements
• Prepares and reviews fund-specific financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Ensures compliance with GAAP, Uniform Guidance, and other applicable regulatory requirements for fund accounting
• Coordinates and supports external audits, tax filings, and compliance reporting
• Develops, implements, and monitors internal controls and accounting policies tailored to fund accounting
• Supervises and mentors fund accounting staff, providing guidance and training as needed
• Assists with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for fund management and reporting
• Identifies and implements process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and stewardship of resources
• Communicates fund financial information and recommendations to organizational leadership and stakeholders
• Supports transition and training for incoming fund accounting leadership
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, required
• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance, preferred

Experience

• Five (5) or more years of progressive accounting experience, required
• Two (2) or more years in a supervisory or management role, required
• Experience in fund accounting required
• Experience in public accounting or professional services, preferred
• Experience with interim or contract fund accounting assignments, preferred

License(s)/Certification(s)

• CPA, preferred

Software

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, required
• Experience with major accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, SAP), preferred
• Experience with fund accounting systems (e.g., Blackbaud, MIP Fund Accounting), preferred

Language

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing organizational needs and environments
• Demonstrates professionalism and integrity in all interactions
• Knowledge of grant compliance, donor restrictions, and fund accounting principles

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $75/HR - $105/HR

Maryland Range: $75/HR - $105/HR

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $75/HR - $105/HR