Manager, Assurance Services - Not-for-Profit

Manager, Assurance Services
- Not-for-Profit

Rubin Brown LLP is one of the nation's leading accounting and professional consulting firms with a commitment to building personal relationships and delivering totally satisfied clients. The Rubin Brown name and reputation are synonymous with experience, integrity, and value. Our revenue is approximately $265 million with 1,000+ team members across locations in Chicago, Denver, Detroit, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Mumbai (India), Nashville, and St.

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As a Manager, Assurance Services
- Not-for-Profit, you'll lead assurance engagements for a diverse portfolio of not-for-profit organizations while serving as a trusted advisor to your clients. This role offers the opportunity to apply your technical accounting expertise, deepen your knowledge of the not-for-profit sector, and make a meaningful impact through strong client relationships, team mentorship, and insights that strengthen financial reporting, compliance, and organizational effectiveness.

With continued growth in our Not-for-Profit practice, this position provides opportunities for career development and advancement within the firm.

Major Responsibilities

• Lead assurance engagements for not-for-profit clients, ensuring timely, compliant, and on-budget delivery.
• Advise clients on complex accounting and regulatory matters, including grant and contribution revenue recognition, net assets, endowments, and IRS Form 990 reporting.
• Evaluate internal controls over donation management, grant administration, program expenditures, financial reporting, and IT systems, recommending improvements that strengthen governance, reduce risk, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Review work papers, financial statements, and disclosures for accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP, not-for-profit accounting standards, and firm quality expectations.
• Manage engagement budgets, staffing, and progress to meet quality, productivity, and profitability goals.
• Serve as a primary client contact, providing insights that support financial transparency, compliance, and strategic decision-making.
• Train and mentor team members on technical assurance skills and not-for-profit industry best practices.
• Identify cross-service opportunities and support the growth of the Not-for-Profit Industry Group.
• Assist in onboarding new engagements while developing strong client relationships and supporting engagement teams.

Preferred Experience / Background / Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required;
  Master's degree preferred.
• Active CPA required.
• Progressive public accounting experience focused on not-for-profit organizations or other highly regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, AICPA auditing standards, and not-for-profit accounting and reporting requirements.
• Experience with grant and contribution revenue recognition, net asset classifications, endowment accounting, and IRS Form 990 reporting.
• Understanding of internal controls and operational processes related to donation management, grant administration, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to lead engagements, mentor staff, and manage multiple projects.
• Strong client relationship and presentation skills, including communication with executive leadership and governing boards.
• Ability to identify process improvements and deliver practical, compliance-focused solutions.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical accounting issues into meaningful business insights.
• Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to support firm growth initiatives.

Working Conditions

• Typical office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• Hybrid model (2–3 days in the office per week).
• Ability to work extra hours as determined by workload and client expectations.
• Travel will be most dependent upon office location. Travel may range from minimal to monthly.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to move throughout the office.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 30–50 pounds.

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