VP, Accounting (Interim)

A nonprofit organization in New York City is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their team as their new Interim VP, Accounting.

About the Opportunity:

• Shift: Day shift
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Hours: Standard business
• Setting: Hybrid (at least 2 days onsite)

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic oversight of the general ledger, financial reporting, compliance, and treasury functions.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information and reporting.
• Advise executive leadership on financial risks, opportunities, and operational improvements.
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting and finance team, including direct reports.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, audits, and key regulatory filings.
• Strengthen internal controls, improve processes, and support scalable accounting operations.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of progressive Accounting experience, including public accounting and leadership experience
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• CPA certification
• Experience in a large nonprofit environment with complex funding structures
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards, US GAAP, internal controls, and donor or grant compliance
• Experience overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, treasury, and audits
• Experience managing and developing finance staff

Desired Skills:

• MBA
• Experience with nonprofit ERP systems such as NetSuite and budgeting tools
• Experience working with executive leadership, audit committees, finance committees, and board stakeholders
• Strong proficiency with audit software, data analytics tools, and Microsoft Office