Accounting Manager

Location: Providence RI
Reports To:Chief of Finance
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday - Friday 8 hour shifts)

Are you a seasoned accounting professional who thrives on both financial excellence and people leadership Do you enjoy building strong teams improving processes and ensuring financial integrity in a mission-driven organization If so wed love to meet you.

Childrens Friend is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations while supporting the financial stewardship that sustains services for Rhode Islands most vulnerable young children and families. Based on your Organization Context this role contributes directly to a mission centered on nurturing children and empowering families by ensuring strong financial controls reliable reporting and administrative discipline across the organization.

This role is well suited for an experienced accounting professional who brings both technical depth and team leadership. The Accounting Manager will oversee essential accounting processes guide and develop Staff Accountants and partner across the organization to support compliance reporting accuracy and sound financial operations in a mission-driven environment.

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger activity journal entries account reconciliations revenue and expense recording and month-end close

• Supervise coach and support Staff Accountants through ongoing feedback performance management and professional development

• Strengthen team capability through onboarding support cross-training and clear workflow expectations

• Prepare review and maintain accurate financial statements management reports schedules and supporting documentation in accordance with internal standards and external requirements

• Review balance sheet reconciliations investigate variances and follow issues through to resolution

• Maintain strong internal controls accounting procedures and documentation practices that support compliance audit readiness and responsible stewardship of organizational resources

• Monitor compliance with grants contracts donor restrictions and other regulatory or funding requirements

• Coordinate annual audits and support external reviews by organizing records responding to requests and maintaining complete documentation

• Partner with program HR and operational teams to gather financial information support coding accuracy resolve discrepancies and provide financial guidance

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes strengthen consistency and increase administrative efficiency in alignment with Organization Context priorities

• Strong ability to lead accounting work within structured financial processes while maintaining accuracy across detailed tasks

• Experience guiding developing and supporting accounting staff through clear expectations and ongoing coaching

• Comfort managing multiple deadlines and adjusting priorities as business needs shift

• Sound judgment in reviewing financial information identifying discrepancies and following issues through to resolution

• Ability to create and maintain clear documentation reconciliations and audit-ready records

• Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with finance colleagues and cross-functional partners

• Working knowledge of accounting systems spreadsheets and standard financial reporting practices

• Commitment to stewardship accountability and dependable follow-through in support of mission-driven operations

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
• 10 years of accounting experience
• 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP financial reporting and internal controls
• Experience working in nonprofit governmental or grant-funded environments
• Proven ability to develop motivate and lead accounting professionals

• CPA or CMA designation
• Experience with federal grants and Uniform Guidance
• Experience using nonprofit accounting software such as NetSuite MIP Financial Edge Sage or Intacct

On-site presence will be required.This is a hybrid position requiring both remote and onsite work. Flexibility to work extended hours during peak periods including audits budgeting cycles year-end close and program reviews is expected.

At Childrens Friend we believe every child deserves a strong start. As part of our team youll have the chance to grow professionally contribute meaningfully and be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your efforts matter every day.

We are committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodations during the application process please contact us at .

Childrens Friend offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Medical Dental and Vision coverage
• Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan
• Employer-paid Life and Disability insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 12 Holidays
• Competitive Vacation Benefits
• Training and Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance