Accounting Manager – Part-Time
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Accounting Manager managing day-to-day accounting operations for a nonprofit focused on clean energy. Oversee financial reporting, grant management, and compliance in a remote role.
Responsibilities:
- Manage all day-to-day accounting operations as the sole in-house accountant for IREC
- Manage IREC’s external accounting firm and oversee the daily accounting operations, including reimbursements, AP, AR, general ledger, and reconciliations
- Own management of IREC’s cloud-based financial software platforms, including Bill.com and Intacct
- Prepare periodic financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annual) that include balance sheets, income statements, and budget-to-actual reports
- Ensure that all IREC managers receive biweekly updates on billing and the latest financial status of their grants
- Support the CEO in contract review and compliance, flagging financial risks, and ensuring adherence to funder requirements
- Oversee a portfolio of grants and restricted funding across programs, including tracking, drawdown, forecasting, and reconciling multiple budgets for a single project
- Track and report on financial activity for government, foundation, and other restricted grants in accordance with funder and contract agreement requirements
- Own responsibility for federal grant financial reporting (e.g., SF-425, FFR), as well as monthly budget reporting
- Collaborate with leadership and program staff on grant budget development, financial reporting, and budget modifications
- Provide variance analysis and budget guidance to program leaders, as well as financial insights and recommendations to support strategic planning and long-term organizational goals
- Lead audit preparation in partnership with external and forensic accountants; ensure documentation is complete and audit-ready at all times
- Develop, document, and continuously strengthen internal controls and financial policies, including travel reimbursements, credit card management, and expense authorization procedures
- Drive process improvements across financial operations, leveraging technology and best practices to increase efficiency and reduce risk
Requirements:
- 7+ years of general accounting experience
- 3+ years of managerial-level financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting operations
- 2+ years working with grant-funded programs and demonstrated familiarity with federal and foundation grant compliance requirements
- Highly proficient with Sage Intacct, Bill.com, QuickBooks, or similar platforms
- Strong foundation in general and nonprofit accounting standards, including fund accounting (ASC 958), with the ability to consistently apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) across all financial functions
- Familiarity with government financial platforms, including EERE-PMC, VIPER, ASAP, FedConnect, and PAGE
- Proven experience serving as the primary liaison to an external accounting or audit firm, including coordinating audit preparation, documentation, and follow-through on findings
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; equivalent certification a plus—though equivalent professional experience will be given consideration




















