JustinBradley’s client, a nonprofit that has grown from a small grassroots effort to what is now the leading human services nonprofit agency in Fairfax County, is looking to add an Accounting Manager to the Alexandria headquarters. This organization has programs that provide food and rental assistance, affordable childcare, ESL and family support to help our neighbors in need.

The Accounting Manager serves as a strategic thought partner and a hands-on, participative financial leader within the organization. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Finance, the Accounting Manager will balance day-to-day accounting operations with high-level financial strategy. The Accounting Manager will oversee core finance functions including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, compliance, audit preparation, and internal controls.

Highlighted Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver timely, GAAP-compliant monthly and annual financial statements to support organizational transparency and decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, restricted funding requirements, and reporting obligations for federal, state, and county grants/contracts.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for annual audits and financial reviews, ensuring readiness and coordinating all supporting documentation.
• Manage all core accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, general ledger maintenance, and bank reconciliations.
• Perform monthly and year-end close processes with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with funding restrictions and board reporting needs.
• Coordinate the organization-wide budgeting process in collaboration with program and development leaders to ensure alignment with strategic goals and funder requirements.
• Track and analyze budget-to-actuals, providing actionable insights to program leads and executive staff for mid-course corrections.
• Establish and uphold strong internal control systems to safeguard the organization’s assets and maintain donor and funder trust.
• Supervise and mentor the finance team, fostering a collaborative, mission-aligned team culture of excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement.

A well- qualified candidate will possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Prior experience in a nonprofit organization with federal, state, and local grants is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing fund accounting, restricted funds, and grant compliance/reporting.
• Strong proficiency in GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Blackbaud) and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.).
• Experience leading budget development, multi-year financial planning, and cash flow forecasting.

Compensation: $90,000-$102,000PDN-9f3c7eda-60ae-416e-a0c7-7804729971ce