Accounting Manager

Salary: $80,000–$90,000
Location: San Diego, CA (Hybrid)

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Position Summary: Reporting to the Executive Director, the Accounting Manager oversees all finance and accounting operations for a growing nonprofit with a ~$3M annual budget. This role leads day-to-day financial management, strengthens internal systems, ensures compliance, and serves as a strategic partner to leadership and program teams. The Accounting Manager plays a key role in building efficient, scalable, and technology-enabled financial and administrative processes.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, compliance, audits, and tax filings

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and funder guidelines

• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning; analyze variances and provide actionable insights

• Prepare and present timely monthly, annual, and ad hoc financial reports to leadership and the Board

• Oversee grants and program accounting, ensuring accurate expense allocation, compliance, and reporting

• Coordinate annual audits and serve as primary liaison with external auditors

• Monitor cash flow and assess financial sustainability of programs

• Partner with program leaders to align financial practices with operational needs

• Support and coordinate select HR, payroll, and benefits functions

• Drive continuous improvement through process optimization, automation, and system enhancements

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related field

• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting and finance experience; nonprofit or NGO experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and month- and year-end close processes

• Experience managing grants accounting and compliance for government, corporate, and foundation funders

• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online, Excel, and cloud-based finance tools (e.g., Bill.com)

• Experience coordinating audits and managing budgets, forecasts, and cash flow

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Collaborative communicator with the ability to translate financial data for non-finance audiences

• Technology-forward mindset with experience improving or implementing financial systems

• Demonstrated commitment to SURVIVORS’ mission and values

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To apply: Email your resume and cover letter to hiring@notorture.org with Accounting Manager in the subject line.