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Arbor Day Foundation · 6 days ago

Accounting Manager

Lincoln, NE

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

The Arbor Day Foundation is a global nonprofit inspiring people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. As an Accounting Manager, you will provide leadership and direction to team members while ensuring the accuracy and transparency of the Foundation’s financial operations.

EducationNon Profit

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Lead subsidiary accounting for Arbor Day Carbon LLC and Arbor Day Impact Fund, overseeing AP/AR, inventory management, and loan processing

Lead and develop accounting team members, coaching for performance, and fostering a culture of accuracy and accountability

Support the month-end close process, preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling complex accounts, and ensuring timely, accurate reporting across entities

Drive excellence in financial reporting by developing and maintaining processes that uphold GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards - ensuring clear, reliable statements for internal and external stakeholders

Oversee expense allocation methodologies across shared services and programs to ensure accurate cost distribution, transparency, and data-driven decision-making

Provide financial insights through budget-to-actual analyses, variance explanations, and recommendations that help inform financial and operational decisions

Support audit and compliance preparation, building schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for annual financial and compliance audits

Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements by assisting with grant reporting, charitable gift annuity accounting and filings, and state and federal tax compliance

Champion continuous improvement by leveraging Microsoft Dynamics Business Central and AI-driven tools to automate workflows, improve accuracy, and strengthen internal controls

Collaborate across departments to align financial practices, share insights, and ensure accounting supports the Foundation’s broader operational goals

Support risk management through coordination of insurance renewals, coverage tracking, and analytics that ensure the Foundation’s assets are protected

Support payroll and benefits accounting, serving as the primary back-up for payroll processing and 401(k) reconciliation, testing, and reporting to maintain compliance and accuracy