Accounting Manager

Location: Hartford, CT

Placement Type: Six-Month Contract to Hire

Work Arrangement: Onsite Everyday

Software Experience: Blackbaud, Financial Edge, Boston Post

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join our team. This role is responsible for overseeing financial reporting, treasury functions, and accounting operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong experience in nonprofit financial management, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to lead a finance team in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CFO to support budget planning, cost management, and grant fund utilization.

• Assist in developing annual and multi-year budgets and financial strategies.

• Lead financial reporting, revenue analysis, audit and tax filings, and cash management.

• Ensure compliance with federal and state tax regulations.

• Coordinate workflow and communication across finance and other departments.

• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, and software vendors.

• Prepare flash reports, finance committee reports, and special financial analyses.

• Support year-end financial statement preparation and review.

• Act as Lead Accountant for affiliated entities as needed.

• Review program income statements and financial reports post-closing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA and/or Master’s degree preferred.

• Minimum 8 years of accounting experience, with at least 4 years in a Lead finance role.

• Experience in nonprofit or human services organizations preferred.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and federal grant compliance (Uniform Guidance).

• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $39.42/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hartford,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 9, 2025.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.