Accounting Manager - Contract to Hire

Lead Core Accounting Operations

Lead core accounting operations for a mission-driven organization. Play a key role in strengthening financial controls and compliance.

Job Description

Oversee and perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations. Manage accounts receivable processes, including contract advances and cash receipts. Coordinate accounts payable and credit card expense allocations. Support and maintain strong internal control processes. Prepare fiscal year-end schedules and documentation for external auditors. Support payroll operations, including funding needs and data entry. Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Assist with special projects and ad hoc requests from finance leadership.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. 5+ years of not-for-profit general ledger accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity. Strong working knowledge of not-for-profit GAAP and audit preparation. Experience in a non-profit organization or public accounting with non-profit clients. Proven ability to manage a small team and priorities multiple deadlines. Advanced Excel and Google Sheets skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Word. Experience with general ledger systems; Sage Intacct for Non-profits preferred. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to communicate effectively across team.

What's on Offer

Opportunity to lead and influence core accounting operations. Exposure to senior finance leadership and organizational decision-making. Stable, mission-driven environment with meaningful community impact. Comprehensive benefits and an inclusive, equal-opportunity workplace.

Contact Sarah Richards Quote job ref JN-052026-7028759

Job Summary

Sector: Accounting

Sub Sector: Accountant/Bookkeeper

Industry: Not For Profit

Location: Brooklyn

Contract Type: Temporary

Consultant Name: Sarah Richards

Job Reference: JN-052026-7028759