Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Newark, NJ, US

16 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on, detail‑oriented accounting professional with strong nonprofit experience and deep expertise in Net Suite. They bring a proven ability to manage day‑to‑day accounting operations, including oversight of AP/AR, monthly close, cash management, and revenue recognition for grants, contributions, and deferred revenue. With a solid understanding of GAAP, they ensure accuracy, compliance, and the integrity of financial data while supporting cash flow and liquidity planning.

This individual is highly collaborative and systems‑savvy, partnering effectively across Finance, Development, and IT, to support accurate reporting for decision‑making. They have a track record of improving processes, leading financial system enhancements and integrations (e.g., Net Suite), and training users. A strong manager and continuous improvement champion, they develop staff, streamline workflows, and contribute to broader Finance Department initiatives.

• Manage day‑to‑day accounting operations, including direct supervision of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable staff.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor payments, receivables, and performance settlements.
• Manage the monthly general ledger close process, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, fixed assets, and account analyses.
• Oversee accounting for contributions, gifts, and other unearned revenue in compliance with GAAP, partnering with the Development team for accurate coding.
• Maintain accurate records of grants, pledges, receivables, and deferred revenue to ensure proper revenue recognition.
• Coordinate revenue reporting, support cash forecasting, and provide revenue assumptions for liquidity management.
• Coordinate daily cash management activities, including revolving credit line activity and support cash projections.
• Identify opportunities to automate and improve accounting workflows and reporting accuracy.
• Partner with IT and external consultants on integrations (e.g., Salesforce).
• Develop and deliver Net Suite training and provide ongoing user support and documentation.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Finance, Development, and program teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives within the Finance Department.
• Manage implementation of tools to more fully use technology tools (e.g., Emburse and Expense management in Net Suite).

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with significant experience working in non‑profit organizations.
• Enhanced knowledge of and use of Net Suite non‑profit ERP.
• Experience with system integrations or process automation is a plus.
• Prior experience supervising or coordinating the work of AP/AR functions preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across Finance, Development, IT, and programmatic teams.

NJPAC is an equal opportunity employer and is proud to offer a generous benefits package which includes medical, vision, dental, 401K with match, life, AD&D, PTO, sick time and discounted show tickets.

Note:

This position is eligible for hybrid work arrangements.