Accounting Manager

Creative Financial Staffing

Madison, WI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85,000–$100,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, External Audit, Finance, Financial Audit, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Fund Accounting, Funding, Journal Entries, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Nonprofit, Operational Audit, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Regulatory Compliance, Team Player
LOCATION
Madison, WI
POSTED
Today

Accounting Manager
$85,000 - $100,000 + discretionary bonus
Why This Accounting Manager Opportunity Stands Out:

  • Mission-driven nonprofit organization focused on helping underserved families and individuals maintain essential energy services and housing stability
  • Leadership team is highly approachable and collaborative - this is a true team environment where everyone supports one another
  • Excellent work/life balance with a 37.5-hour work week
  • Opportunity to work directly with executive leadership and have visibility across the organization
  • Stable organization with strong community impact and long-term growth opportunities
  • Hands-on leadership role with the ability to make meaningful process improvements and influence financial operations
  • Opportunity to grow within the organization over time as the company values internal development
  • Strong benefits package including medical, dental, retirement benefits, paid time off, and additional employee perks
  • High-impact role overseeing grants, funding allocations, financial reporting, audits, and operational accounting
  • Small team environment where your work will truly matter and be recognized
Key Responsibilities of the Accounting Manager:
  • Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including financial statement preparation and reconciliations
  • Oversee grant, fund, and contract accounting to ensure accurate tracking and compliance reporting
  • Prepare complex journal entries, allocations, and month-end reporting for executive leadership
  • Partner with external auditors and support annual audit and compliance requirements
  • Supervise and mentor a small accounting team including a Fiscal Clerk and Staff Accountant
Qualifications for the Accounting Manager:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with strong accounting experience
  • 5+ years of accounting experience, including nonprofit, grants, or fund accounting
  • Experience with financial reporting, month-end close, and Excel required

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Creative Financial Staffing