Accounting Manager

GHJ

$105K — $130K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
  • Municipal/government accounting experience strongly preferred
  • Minimum of 4 years supervisory experience in public sector or municipal environment
  • Strong knowledge of fund accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and audits
  • CPA and/or Master's degree preferred
  • Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Oversee accounting operations, such as AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger
  • Assist with budget preparation and financial reporting
  • Manage monthly reconciliations and financial statements
  • Coordinate annual audits and ensure compliance with grants and internal controls
  • Supervise and mentor accounting staff while implementing process improvements
  • Ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards and policies

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Work in a stable public sector environment
  • Contribute to the organization's long-term fiscal success
  • Engagement in meaningful work that supports the community
  • Collaborative team atmosphere
Full Job Description
We are partnering with a well-established public sector organization seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee critical financial operations and support the organization's long-term fiscal success.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, general ledger, cash receipts, purchasing, and capital assets
• Assist with budget preparation, financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis
• Manage monthly reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements
• Coordinate annual audits, grants compliance, ACFR preparation, and internal controls
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff while driving process improvements
• Ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards, policies, and regulations

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Municipal/government accounting experience strongly preferred
• Minimum of 4 years of supervisory experience within a public sector or municipal environment
• Strong knowledge of fund accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls
• CPA and/or Master's degree preferred
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills

$105,000 - $130,000 a year

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