Senior Manager, Accounting

About the role

The Senior Manager of Accounting plays a key role in the accounting and finance functions associated with maintaining the general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, and month-end close processing. The position requires a person who is skilled, highly motivated, detail-oriented, an effective communicator, energetic, and committed to our mission.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly close activities including journal entries, allocations, reconciliations, rollforwards, quarterly fixed asset and depreciation entries, and adjusting entries. Prepare and review monthly bank reconciliations and key balance sheet reconciliations (including prepaid, fixed asset, and credit card liability accounts) and investigate discrepancies.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of general ledger activity and supporting documentation.
• Partner with the Chief Financial Officer to maintain efficient and effective accounting operations and financial controls.
• Support ongoing modernization of accounting processes and utilization of financial technology tools.
• Manage preparation and coordination of Form 990 filings and supporting schedules in partnership with external tax advisors.
• Aid in annual audit preparation, including schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare periodic and ad hoc financial reports and analyses, including budget-versus-actual and grant financial reporting, to support organizational needs.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies, including 1099 and other information-return filings.
• Support budget development and monitoring processes.
• Partner with the Development team to reconcile and report donor revenue, restricted contributions, and net asset balances, and ensure accuracy across fundraising and accounting systems.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to record, allocate, and reconcile payroll and employee benefit expenses and liabilities.
• Work directly with Directors and senior leaders to provide financial guidance, analysis, and operational support.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on accounting processes and provide mentorship and guidance to Finance team members.
• Foster strong cross-functional relationships that support organizational effectiveness and financial stewardship.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, increase efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and reduce risk.
• Develop and maintain process documentation to support consistency, knowledge sharing, and business continuity.
• Recommend and implement enhancements to accounting systems, reporting tools, and operational procedures.
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects that advance organizational goals.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and service excellence.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reporting to support organizational and Network decision-making.
• Develop and analyze camp financial reporting, such as camp payment projections and camp financial statistics, to help monitor the financial health of the Network and its member camps.
• Support forecasting, trend analysis, and scenario modeling that inform budgeting and long-term planning.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Years of Relevant Work Experience: 5-7 years
• Proven skills in:
• Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel proficiency
• General ledger accounting and reconciliations
• Financial reporting and analysis
• Accounting systems administration
• Process documentation and workflow management
• Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles and GAAP.
• Experience with accounting software platforms, preferably Sage Intacct.
• Ability to identify financial trends and provide meaningful analysis.
• Demonstrated accuracy in reporting, reconciliations, and compliance-related work.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience in working in NGO’s or other non-profit organizations, particularly those with federated/networked structures.
• Experience with public or non-profit fund accounting.
• Experience supporting annual audits and Form 990 preparation.
• Experience working with donor revenue systems such as DonorPerfect.
• Proven skills in:
• Financial forecasting and budgeting support
• Cross-functional process improvement
• Data integrity and systems integration
• Stakeholder communication and collaboration

Culture, Benefits and Pay*

At SeriousFun, we pride ourselves on being a fun, respectful, and collaborative workplace where staff are supported both professionally and personally.

Work–life balance: Respect for your non-working time (EST), with limited evening/weekend contact.

Time off: 30+ days annually, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer opportunities at SeriousFun camps.

Professional development: Ongoing opportunities for growth and learning.

Leave benefits: Paid time off for family, medical, and civic service needs.

Retirement: Company-sponsored 403(b) plan after one year of service.

Workspace: New office in East Norwalk with free onsite amenities; steps from the train station.

*Some benefits pro-rated based on regular schedule for part-time employees.

Salary Range: $70,000–$84,800, based on qualifications, experience and schedule.

To apply for this position, please submit your resume, and cover letter and complete an application here:

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