Accounting Manager

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Accounting Manager leading nonprofit financial operations, reporting, audits, and controls for SGA, an evangelical ministry supporting churches across the former Soviet Union. Supervising accounting staff and improving systems.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeLoves Park • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in nonprofit accounting, GAAP compliance, and financial reporting, with a strong focus on leadership, team development, and process improvement. Proficient in managing accounting operations, preparing financial statements, and collaborating with executive leadership and external auditors.

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Nonprofit Accounting ExperienceGAAP ComplianceMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Business CentralFinancial Statement PreparationCPA Certification

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Hard Skills

Accounting OperationsFinancial ReportingJournal Entry ReviewAccount ReconciliationBudgetingFinancial AnalysisInternal ControlsAudit PreparationTechnical Accounting ExpertiseAdvanced Microsoft Excel

Soft Skills

Analytical AbilitiesOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to DetailCollaborative Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business CentralJet ReportsExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit Accounting StandardsFinancial PoliciesExternal AuditECFA Financial ReportingContributions Processing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the day-to-day accounting operations of the ministry
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Ensure the integrity of the general ledger and financial records
Oversee cash management, interfund activity, and financial transactions
Supervise accounts payable, contributions processing, and other accounting functions
Prepare accurate monthly and annual GAAP financial statements
Develop financial reports and supporting schedules for executive leadership and the Board
Assist with annual budgeting and periodic financial forecasts
Produce financial analyses supporting organizational decision-making
Coordinate preparation for the annual external audit
Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation
Maintain and strengthen internal accounting controls and financial policies
Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and organizational financial policies
Partner with the Vice President of Administration & Finance on ECFA financial reporting and stewardship requirements
Maintain and optimize Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and related accounting systems
Use Jet Reports and Excel to improve financial reporting and analysis
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, efficiency, documentation, and internal controls
Assist in documenting accounting procedures
Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff
Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Cross-train team members to ensure operational continuity
Serve as a trusted technical accounting resource for the organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
Minimum of five years of progressively responsible accounting experience
Strong nonprofit and fund accounting experience required
Experience preparing audited financial statements
Experience working directly with external auditors
Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
CPA strongly preferred
Significant nonprofit accounting experience demonstrating equivalent technical accounting expertise
Supervisory experience preferred
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or a comparable ERP system preferred
Experience with Jet Reports or similar reporting tools preferred
Exceptional attention to detail
Technical accounting expertise
Sound judgment and integrity
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Initiative and a continuous improvement mindset
Collaborative, servant-hearted leadership style
Ability to balance accuracy with responsiveness
Personal faith in Jesus Christ
Lifestyle consistent with biblical Christian values
Agreement with SGA's Statement of Faith and Perspective on the Ministry of the Holy Spirit
Participation in the spiritual life of the ministry, including staff prayer and chapel
Must be willing to live near Loves Park (Rockford), Illinois, or relocate, per application question

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work (preferred)
Periodic travel to Loves Park, Illinois
Exempt position
Participation in staff prayer and chapel