ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Join us at Christian Brothers Services, where our mission is to support and serve the Catholic Church and its ministries across the nation. Our Finance division has a full-time opening for a highly skilled Accounting Manager. The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of multiple Trusts, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger management, and accounting system administration. This role ensures accurate and compliant financial reporting, effective internal controls, and continuous process improvement. The Accounting Manager also provides leadership to accounting staff, supports audits, and contributes to strategic initiatives within the Finance Division. Join us at Christian Brothers Services, where your contributions will be valued and your career will flourish in a mission-driven organization.

Salary Range: 120,000 - 135,000

Duties:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Team Leadership & Oversight
  • Supervise and coordinate the work of accounting support staff across general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and policy/procedure documentation.
  • Provide training, guidance, and performance feedback to build a high-performing team.

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Manage monthly and year-end close processes for multiple Trusts.
  • Prepare and distribute timely, accurate financial statements; analyze results and explain variances.
  • Develop and maintain custom reports using accounting systems and advanced spreadsheets as needed.

• Audit & Compliance
  • Assist Controller in coordinating annual audits, ensuring accuracy of workpapers and compliance with audit requirements.
  • Review and maintain proper general ledger set-up and reconciliations.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, tax requirements, and relevant accounting standards.

• Process Improvement & Technology
  • Lead initiatives to streamline processes, improve controls, and leverage technology to enhance efficiency within the Finance Division.
  • Troubleshoot accounting system issues, working with vendors, IT staff, and end-users to test and implement solutions.

• Additional Responsibilities
  • Review and approve monthly bank reconciliations and supporting schedules.
  • Perform ad hoc financial analysis and support tax and regulatory compliance.

Christian Brothers Services is a not-for-profit comprised of cooperative programs providing administrative and managerial services to Catholic organizations. We offer competitive salary and a competitive benefits package!

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Pension
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Public accounting and/or audit experience preferred.
• Experience managing accounting for multiple entities strongly prefer