Do you enjoy translating complex grant requirements into clear, actionable financial insights that help missions thrive? Trout CPA is seeking an experienced Nonprofit Accounting Manager to lead outsourced controllership and advisory services for grant-heavy nonprofit organizations.
In this role, you’ll serve as a trusted financial partner to Executive Directors and Boards bringing clarity, compliance, and confidence to organizations doing meaningful work in their communities.
This is a leadership opportunity for a nonprofit accounting professional who enjoys rolling up their sleeves while also thinking strategically. You’ll oversee fund accounting, grant compliance, and financial reporting, while guiding clients through budgeting, forecasting, and long-term sustainability. Equally important, you’ll mentor and develop CAS staff, helping build strong teams and scalable processes that support mission-driven growth.
If you’re energized by nonprofit accounting, thrive in a consultative environment, and want to make a measurable impact across multiple organizations, this role offers the ideal blend of technical depth, leadership, and purpose.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and review outsourced controllership and accounting services for nonprofit, grant-funded clients
- Oversee fund accounting, including restricted and unrestricted funds across multiple grants
- Manage grant compliance reporting, allowable cost tracking, indirect cost allocations, and grantor requirements
- Prepare and review monthly and annual financial reporting in accordance with nonprofit GAAP
- Support clients with grant budgeting, cash-flow forecasting, and long-term financial sustainability planning
- Develop board-ready financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs to support effective governance
- Standardize accounting processes, internal controls, and documentation to enhance compliance and audit readiness
- Serve as the primary liaison to Executive Directors, finance committees, Boards, and external auditors
- Lead, coach, and review CAS staff work to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to nonprofit standards
- Assist with accounting system and process optimization, including improvements to systems, workflows, and reporting
