Ascendo Resources is hiring: Accounting Manager in New York

Overview

Ascendo Resources is currently seeking an Accounting Manager for a full-time hybrid role. Our client is a growing Brooklyn-based nonprofit. The Accounting Manager will oversee financial operations across multiple school sites, ensuring accurate accounting, payroll administration, and compliance, while supervising accounts payable and purchasing functions. The role reports directly to the CFO and requires a strong mix of technical accounting expertise, payroll management experience, and effective communication skills. This is an opportunity for a finance professional with nonprofit experience who thrives in both hands-on accounting and strategic financial support in the education sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage general accounting functions including general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including Board and agency reporting.
• Supervise two staff members handling accounts payable and purchasing.
• Oversee annual external audit and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls.
• Collaborate with leadership on budgeting, variance analysis, and grants management.
• Process and administer payroll for 200+ employees, ensuring accuracy of taxes, benefits, and deductions.
• Partner with HR on employee changes, onboarding, and payroll-related training.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting and payroll systems and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of nonprofit accounting experience required.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and experience with month-end close and audits.
• Payroll administration experience (multi-site or multi-entity preferred).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a small, fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge and Paychex Flex.
• Salary range: $100,000 – $120,000 (commensurate with experience).
• Collaborative team environment with mission-driven colleagues.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industry: Non-profit Organizations