Finance jobs in Washington, DC

About the role

The Finance and Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of Prosperity Now and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the organization’s financial records and reporting. Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Finance staff, and cross-functional teams, this hands-on role oversees the month-end and year-end close processes, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, account reconciliations, and compliance with applicable accounting standards, grant and contract requirements, and organizational policies. Reporting to the CFO, the Finance and Accounting Manager serves as a key financial partner to Finance, Business Development, and Program staff, supporting budgeting, forecasting, grant and contract financial management, and internal and external financial reporting. The role provides oversight of restricted grant accounting, cost allocations, financial compliance, and the development and maintenance of strong internal controls. The Finance and Accounting Manager also plays an important role in strengthening the organization’s financial infrastructure by improving accounting processes, increasing efficiency, and ensuring that financial information is accurate, accessible, and useful for decision-making. The successful candidate will combine strong technical accounting expertise with a collaborative and service-oriented approach and the ability to translate financial requirements into practical guidance for colleagues across the organization.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required
• Minimum of eight (8) years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, including experience with increasingly complex responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles, including restricted funding, grant and contract accounting, functional expense reporting, and cost allocations.
• Demonstrated experience leading month-end and year-end close processes and preparing accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Experience supporting annual financial statement audits and preparing audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Proven experience with grant and contract financial management, including budgeting, expenditure monitoring, cost allocations, personnel time allocation, and funder reporting requirements.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and experience improving accounting processes, policies, systems, and workflows.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with cloud-based accounting and financial systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate financial information, and develop practical solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly and effectively to non-financial stakeholders.
• Collaborative and service-oriented approach, with the ability to build effective working relationships across functions and levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a dynamic environment.

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