Accounting Manager I

Job overview

The Accounting Manager I role is hybrid, with two days per week onsite in Washington, DC. Compensation is $127,472–$132,621 per year, commensurate with experience. The role is in the Office of Finance and Administrative Services at the Legal Services Corporation, which funds civil legal aid organizations serving low-income Americans. The manager oversees day-to-day accounting operations and safeguards the integrity of financial records and reporting. The role leads accounting staff, financial close and audit activities, compliance, internal controls, and process improvements that support sound organizational financial management.

What you'll do

• Manage daily accounting operations and monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• maintain general ledger integrity
• review journal entries and reconciliations
• oversee cash management, accounts payable, grants payable, and payroll
• coordinate the annual financial statement audit
• strengthen accounting policies and internal controls
• oversee required tax and regulatory filings
• monitor compliance and risks
• optimize accounting systems
• support budgeting and forecasting
• and supervise and develop accounting staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

accounting manager i

accounting operations

financial close

general ledger

internal controls

audit coordination

nonprofit accounting

washington dc

legal services corporation

$127,472–$132,621/year

hybrid

gaap

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting and at least five years of progressively responsible accounting experience. CPA is preferred; ERP experience is highly desirable. Hybrid schedule is two days onsite per week.

About the employer

Legal Services Corporation is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Social Advocacy Organizations. Sector: 81.