Finance & Accounting Outsourcing, Manager (Not-for-Profit)

About the role

This position supports the continued growth of Cherry Bekaert's Finance & Accounting Outsourcing practice and our expanding not-for-profit client portfolio. The successful candidate will partner with FAO leadership and mission-driven organizations to deliver accounting, financial reporting, and advisory solutions that help clients operate efficiently, maintain compliance, and advance their organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of outsourced accounting and financial reporting services for not-for-profit clients.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing guidance on accounting operations, reporting requirements, and process improvements.
• Lead, coach, and develop accounting professionals, including offshore team members.
• Oversee client onboarding activities, including process transitions, system implementations, and operational integrations.
• Review financial statements, management reporting packages, reconciliations, and other client deliverables.
• Support clients with budgeting, forecasting, grant reporting, and board reporting requirements.
• Monitor engagement performance, resource utilization, and client satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through process enhancements and technology solutions.
• Manage multiple client priorities while ensuring exceptional service and quality delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including management experience within a public accounting firm.
• Experience providing outsourced accounting, client accounting advisory, or controllership services to multiple clients.
• Not-for-profit accounting experience required, including experience supporting charitable organizations, foundations, associations, educational institutions, or other tax-exempt entities.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, grant accounting, and fund accounting principles.
• Experience leading and developing accounting professionals, including remote and offshore team members.
• Strong project management, organizational, and client relationship management skills.
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
• Able to manage competing priorities and deliver exceptional client service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including management experience within a public accounting firm.
• Experience providing outsourced accounting, client accounting advisory, or controllership services to multiple clients.
• Not-for-profit accounting experience required, including experience supporting charitable organizations, foundations, associations, educational institutions, or other tax-exempt entities.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, grant accounting, and fund accounting principles.
• Experience leading and developing accounting professionals, including remote and offshore team members.
• Strong project management, organizational, and client relationship management skills.
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
• Able to manage competing priorities and deliver exceptional client service in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of relevant accounting software and systems.

Benefits

Cherry Bekaert offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive compensation based on performance.
• Annual bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision care.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Roth and Traditional 401(k) plans.
• Paid Care Leave.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Personal and work-life balance initiatives.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $101,000 to $192,600.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is full-time.

About Cherry Bekaert

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit https://www.cbh.com/disclosure/.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cherry Bekaert is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Visit https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ for further information.