Interim Accounting Manager in Portland, Oregon - #72023 | VanderHouwen

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Job Id: 72023

Interim Accounting Manager
Our non-profit client is seeking an experienced and people-centered Accounting Manager on an interim basis. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail-oriented, and committed to contributing to a purpose-driven organization focused on meaningful community impact.

This role is a hybrid model in Portland, Oregon. Employees must live within the Portland/Vancouver Metro area.

Interim Accounting Manager Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations, including supervising and reviewing the work of the team while fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy of journal entries, reconciliations, and timely financial reporting.
• Manage general ledger activities, financial analysis, and reporting, including variance review and communication of key insights to leadership.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, ensuring compliance with GAAP and supporting audit readiness and execution.
• Drive process improvements and cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiency, data integrity, and overall financial operations.

Interim Accounting Manager Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including direct people management and team oversight.
• Strong background in non-profit, fund, and grant accounting, including experience with restricted revenue and compliance reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and tools and advanced Excel.
• Solid understanding of GAAP, internal controls, audit processes, and financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (or equivalent experience); CPA a plus.

Compensation: $50-$65/hr. (DOE)

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