Senior Accounting Manager

About Alliance for Justice (AFJ) Alliance for Justice is a national association of over 135 organizations committed to progressive values and to building an equitable, just, and free society. For over 45 years we have led the fight for a more equitable society and for the right of all Americans to secure justice in the courts and to have their voices heard when government makes decisions that affect their lives.

The Senior Accounting Manager is a vital member of the finance team. The position is responsible for various accounting, financial reporting, analysis, and records management. This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer.

• Maintain all daily accounting tasks including accounts payable, accounts receivable, deposits, billings, approving payroll and payroll journal entries, bank reconciliations, general ledger account reconciliations, maintaining fixed assets, and depreciation schedules.
• Perform weekly reviews to verify the accuracy of all A/P, Journal Entries, and Donation activities.
• Perform and maintain accurate monthly reconciliations for all cash and investment statements.
• Perform month and year-end closing procedures.
• Support the creation and oversight of budgets, forecasts, and financial results.
• Ensure all processes and workflows support proper segregation of duties and internal controls, and are well documented and updated as needed (development and maintenance of FP&P).
• Identify and leverage financial technology and ERP systems to streamline operations and enhance data integrity.
• Assess and suggest enhancements to financial systems to improve operational efficiency and reporting accuracy.
• Assist in preparing materials for management related to collective bargaining agreements, grievances, and arbitration, including management's negotiating position and potential settlement strategies. Participate in meetings where management's position on union matters is discussed. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all information pertaining to the employer-employee relationship and union activities.
• Work with IT and other departments to ensure smooth integration between accounting and other operational systems.
• Ensure all 1099 tax forms are sent on time as required by the Internal Revenue Service.
• Support the CFO with the annual audit process with external auditors.
• Actively foster a collaborative finance culture by working cross-functionally with other departments and teams.
• Additional duties as needed.

• Must understand generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• Minimum 4-5 years of accounting experience in nonprofit financial accounting.
• Experience in grant accounting, grant management, or grant administration is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing financial compliance and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Sage Intacct, Ramp, and
• Strong knowledge of financial statement presentation.
• Experience with 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 financial structures preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide financial partnership.
• High integrity and discretion in managing confidential financial information.
• The ability to thrive in a dynamic and rapidly growing organization that requires you to flex between strategic, operational, and tactical levels.
• A deep alignment and commitment to criminal justice reform.

The Senior Accounting Manager position has a starting salary range of $92,500-$102,556.

We offer a comprehensive and generous benefits program, including:

• Insurance – Medical, dental, and vision benefits with 100% of employee premiums paid for by AFJ. Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance provided at no cost. Employee assistance program for physical and mental well-being.
• Retirement – 401(k) plan with 5% employer contribution.
• Time Off – Generous vacation, sick leave, personal days, bereavement leave. Twelve holidays, plus closure Dec 24-Jan 1.
• Parental Leave – Up to 16 weeks total for adoption…