Accounting Manager

California Environmental Voters

. Own the monthly close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and the close calendar .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in nonprofit accounting, including grant accounting, financial reporting, and compliance with GAAP. Proficient in managing monthly close processes, overseeing bookkeeping functions, and preparing financial reports for funders.

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Nonprofit AccountingGrant AccountingQuickBooks OnlineGAAP ComplianceFinancial Reporting

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Hard Skills

Monthly Close ManagementJournal EntriesReconciliationsExpense CodingBudgetingFinancial AnalysisAudit SupportCost AllocationRestricted Revenue RecognitionFunder Reporting

Soft Skills

Strong OrganizationClear CommunicationFollow-Through

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooks OnlineExcelPaylocity

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in AccountingBusiness Administration

Industry Keywords

501(c)(3)501(c)(4)PAC AccountingCalifornia Political ReportingEnvironmental Mission

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the monthly close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and the close calendar
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
Oversee the outsourced bookkeeper and serve as the primary point of contact
Maintain accurate expense coding and documentation across four offices
Keep accounting policies and procedure documentation current
Support the transition from outsourced to in-house bookkeeping and supervise the staff accountant when hired
Answer staff questions about expense reimbursement and escalate as needed
Support year-end filings, including 1099 forms
Set up grants with budgets, restrictions, and reporting deadlines
Track grant spending, flag variances, and manage restricted revenue recognition and release
Prepare financial reports for funders and complete overhead allocation analyses
Maintain cost allocation between 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) entities
Support timekeeping and allocation practices
Partner on lobbying, electoral, and PAC compliance, including deposits, reimbursements, and reporting
Produce monthly budget-to-actual reports and support annual budgeting and forecasting
Support the annual audit and Form 990 preparation
Provide backup coverage for routine Finance Director responsibilities during planned absences
Partner with the Finance Director and department leads across the organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Roughly four or more years in accounting or finance, with meaningful time in a nonprofit setting
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required
Experience owning or substantially supporting a monthly close
Experience with grant accounting, restricted funds, and funder reporting
Working knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit financial reporting
Strong QuickBooks Online skills or comparable accounting system experience
Fluency in Excel
Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues
Strong organization and follow-through across multiple offices, grants, and entities
Experience with 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) structures is welcomed
Familiarity with PAC accounting and California political reporting requirements is welcomed
Experience with Paylocity or a comparable payroll platform is welcomed
Experience supervising staff or managing outside contractors is welcomed
Experience supporting an audit from the preparer's side is welcomed
Commitment to the organization's environmental mission

Benefits

Comp & perks

Four-day work week for most of the year
Two days in office and two days remote during the four-day work week
Health, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) with employer match
12 days PTO
12 holidays
Year-end office closure between Christmas and New Year
Additional benefits supporting employee wellbeing and work-life balance