Accounting Manager

Visa Sponsored Job:

No

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Job Location:

Boulder, Colorado

Position Type:

Full time, Regular

Compensation Range:

Salary Range: $95,587 - $119,483

* Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role.
* Job Description Summary

The Accounting Manager plays a key role in overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the organization, with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. The person in this role is responsible for managing and participating in all activities incorporated into the month-end and year-end close cycles and execution of the financial reporting process in a fast-paced environment. The incumbent will ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with US GAAP and help develop, maintain and ensure compliance with strong internal controls in the financial reporting area and compliance with the Uniform Guidance eCFR Title 2 Subtitle A Chapter 2 part 200 requirements.

The Accounting Manager directly supervises accounts receivable and supports the Assistant Controller and Controller to oversee the accounting team and the associated business processes.

The successful candidate will ensure the timely and accurate closing of the subledgers and general ledger in addition to complete, accurate, and timely preparation and delivery of financial statement reporting packages, account reconciliation, invoicing, compliance reporting and P&L analysis. The ideal candidate will enjoy solving challenging problems and will have a broad set of accounting-related responsibilities.

The Accounting Manager collaborates closely with Lab/Center/Program/Office (LCPO) teams to ensure accurate billing, reporting, and financial tracking for sponsored projects. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to streamline processes while maintaining internal controls. This position may also supervise accounting staff and contribute to process improvements and system enhancements.

Job Description

Final date to receive applications:

* This position will be posted until 11:59:59 pm MT on Friday, February 6, 2026.

Required application materials: (preferably in PDF Format)

* Resume

* Questionnaire (embedded in application)

Background Checks:
Conducted for candidates selected for hire. Learn more.

Work Location:

Regardless of flexible work arrangements, UCAR requires ALL positions to be performed within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories.

What You Will Do

Here is a brief summary of what one would expect to be generally responsible for in this role.

* Assist with the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with regulations, circulars and established best practices.

* Manages the preparation of and issuance of UCAR's audited financial statements.

* Manages the preparation and issuance of UCAR's 990 and 990T tax returns and provides support for the 403b & 457 audits.

* Manages all external audit field work preparation.

* Assists in the optimization of the current financial reporting systems, in conjunction with UCAR Budget and Planning, and provides insight into business process improvements.

* Manages sponsored agreement compliance, journal entries, invoices, budgets, sales tax and verifies that reconciliations are performed on a regular basis.

* Assists in communicating changes in related policy and procedural changes to LCPOs,providing training as necessary

* Interacts with Contracts staff to clarify contract requirements and internal roles and responsibilities

* Stays informed about regulatory changes, accounting pronouncements changes, and auditing standard changes

* Assisting in implementing new guidance revisions in OMB and GAAP

* Implements audit recommendations approved by the CFO

Who We'd Love To Join Our Team

Successful candidates will ensure their application materials speak to the following criteria:

Education and Experience:

REQUIRED:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field, minimum 7 years of relevant work experience in a large nonprofit, including management experience and advanced experience working in a Federally Funded Research and Development Center; or equivalent education and experience.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google-suite applications; advanced spreadsheet skills

* Strong attention to detail; excellent communication skills both written and oral; must be able to handle a fast paced, high stress environment

DESIRED:

* Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or ability to pass the exam within 3 years of accepting position

* Experience with Workday Financials

* Experience working for a government or government-funded organization

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Leadership & Team Management:
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and mentor a team. Skilled in performance management and encouraging an environment of continuous improvement. Ability to delegate effectively and hold the team accountable.

* Accounting Knowledge:
Advanced knowledge of accounting practices and…