NPAG is a talent strategy and consulting firm dedicated to serving mission-driven organizations at the leading edge of movements to advance education, health, social and economic justice, and equity nationally and around the world. We provide organizational consulting, talent strategy, and executive search services that build the capacity of organizations and the social movements they support to address society’s most pressing problems.

Our success is evident in the high quality and long-term partnerships we have built with some of the most pioneering and impactful mission-driven organizations across the United States. Our placements at both the executive and team levels include renowned thought-leaders, disrupters, and changemakers who are bringing vision and innovation to the sectors they serve.

NPAG has also been recognized for the success of our 100% virtual consulting model which allows us to provide higher quality, a stronger value proposition, and fully flexible services to our clients. This same model also offers a creative, energetic, flexible, and family-friendly workplace for our employees.

NPAG has grown significantly since its founding in 2002 with accelerated growth in the last two years. This growth and success present a need for an Accounting Manager to provide critical accounting and operational support to the organization.

This position will be a part of NPAG’s Core Support/Operations Team and report directly to the CFO. This role will be responsible for fulfilling end-to-end accounting operations for the organization including management of AR, AP, payroll, cash flow management, and the month-end financial close process. In addition to overseeing all accounting operations, this position will work closely with members of leadership to generate, track, and review standard contracts (both client and vendor).

The successful candidate will be highly detail-oriented, tech-savvy, experienced with accrual-based accounting and principles, enjoy executing on and managing end-to-end accounting operations for a 25+ person consulting firm, be able to prioritize and manage tasks in a dynamic environment, take pride in providing the highest quality of client and team support, and be an active member of an amazing team of people who are passionate about the work they do.

This is a full-time, W-2 position. Candidates must be able to work effectively from home/remotely. Candidates should be willing to provide support outside of one’s standard business hours from time-to-time. However, our organization values a strong work/life balance and allows for individuals to craft a work schedule that matches their needs within the guideline of being able to effectively support team, candidate, and client schedules and deliverables.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

The Accounting Manager will be responsible for executing on all accounting operations for the firm. Key areas of responsibility include:

• Accounts receivable management including invoice generation, participation in monthly invoice review process with team leads, and follow-up on past due client receivables.
• Accounts Payable management including obtaining W-9s from all vendors, processing of employee expense reimbursements, credit card receipt management, and preparation/input of all payables into financial systems for CFO review and approval.
• Cash Management including bank deposits and monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Management and oversight of multi-state payroll including generation and submission of bi-weekly payroll into ADP Payroll RUN, booking of payroll journal entries, and management and response (as applicable) to payroll-related tax notices received.
• Monthly financial close of accrual-based books by the 15th of each month including close of AR, AP, and generation and booking of related journal entries including deferred revenue, prepaid and accrued expenses.
• Generate monthly financial reporting package and analysis in tandem with the CFO. Participate in monthly financial reviews with the CFO and Partners.
• Work with leadership and other team members as needed to generate, review, and track both client and vendor agreements.
• Management of weekly timesheet data and actual-to-budget reporting for team engagements.
• Develop and/or compile ad hoc reporting and data as requested by the CFO or other members of leadership.
• Work with CFO and tax accountants at year end to provide timely reporting for tax preparation and filing.
• Work with the CFO and other members of leadership to monitor revenue and expenses and communicate trends, opportunities for efficiencies, and bring timely awareness around any areas of concern.
• Active member of CORE team charged with identifying and implementing process efficiencies and policies – particularly as it pertains to the financial operations of the organization.

CORE COMPETENCIES AND DESIRED SKILLS

Successful candidates will, first and foremost, be committed to serving the missions of our clients - including but not limited to their support of movements effecting change that advances racial equity and justice, immigrant rights, finance reform toward economic justice, child welfare, gender justice, educational excellence and opportunity, and environmental stewardship.

The ideal candidate will additionally have the following experience, skills, and competencies:

• A passion for and commitment to working with a team that is inspired by positive social change, driven to learn, and dedicated in its discipline to excellence.
• Ability to work independently to prioritize duties, ensure timelines are met, and ensure workflows are efficient.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills including the ability to provide clear and accurate information around the firm’s financial position.
• Comfort working within a remote environment (this position will be home-based).
• Proactive in outreach to obtain required answers, materials, or support to keep deliverables within established timelines.
• Reliable follow-up and delivery on mutually agreed to tasks.
• Capability to craft clear, concise, and professional communications to clients or other external contacts.
• Desire to contribute to a growing enterprise and the ability to proactively recommend areas for increasing efficiencies both within own position as well as company-wide.
• Willingness to both provide and seek out performance coaching and feedback.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Strong work ethic and pride in quality work.
• Prior experience supporting financials for a professional services firm desired.
• Superior excel skills including knowledge and comfort working with pivot tables.
• Experience managing financials in QuickBooks Desktop.
• Five or more years of experience as an Accounting Manager or similar.
• Prior experience managing and submitting payroll in ADP Run or similar payroll systems.
• Fluency and savvy with other web-based technologies and apps such as Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Teams, Adobe and other project management software such as Monday.com, MS Project, or similar tools.

LOCATION:  Remote/Work-from-Home

The salary for this position will be $90,000-$115,000/year, commensurate with experience. Benefits include an annual bonus eligibility, 401K plan with employer matching, and a generous health reimbursement plan (ICHRA).

TO APPLY

Learn more about our team and our purpose at: npag.com

Candidates may submit a cover letter, sharing more about their interest in the opportunity and relevant experience engaging with people-related change efforts in their career, along with their resume via NPAG’s website.

NPAG is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and strives for authentic inclusion. NPAG does not discriminate in employment based on any individual's race, socioeconomic status, national origin, color, disability, religion, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and encourage all candidates to apply.