Job Title: Interim Accounting Manager
Location: Washington, DC
Duration: 2-3 months (Coverage for Leave)
Job Overview:
Our client, a national labor union, is seeking an Interim Accounting Manager to oversee the accounting operations of their benefit fund during the absence of the full-time Accounting Manager. The primary responsibility of this role will be to support the annual audit and ensure the seamless continuation of month-end, year-end close processes, and reporting. This is a crucial position within the accounting department and will require immediate and in-depth knowledge of the organization's financial software, Blackbaud Financial Edge.
Key Responsibilities:
- Audit Support: Lead preparation for the annual audit, working closely with external auditors to provide necessary documentation and responses to audit inquiries.
- Month-End and Year-End Close: Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely completion of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Prepare and review financial statements for year-end close.
- Financial Reporting: Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, leveraging Financial Edge’s reporting functionalities to deliver data-driven insights.
- General Ledger Management: Maintain and oversee all general ledger activities, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data within Financial Edge.
- Compliance & Internal Controls: Ensure compliance with all accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal control policies.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the finance team and other internal stakeholders to provide necessary financial data and analyses during the interim period.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for streamlining accounting processes, particularly around month-end close, and audit preparation.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, ideally within benefit funds, non-profits, or labor union organizations.
- Strong expertise with Blackbaud Financial Edge, particularly in the areas of general ledger management and financial reporting.
- Demonstrated experience managing audit processes, including working with external auditors.
- Solid understanding of GAAP and other relevant accounting standards.
- Proven ability to manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA certification or equivalent is highly desirable.
- Previous experience with union benefit funds or related financial structures.
- Experience in temporary or interim management roles, demonstrating adaptability and effectiveness in short-term assignments.