Earthjustice · 6 hours ago
Associate Director, Operational Accounting
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$165K/yr - $184K/yr
7+ years expEarthjustice is the nation's leading environmental law organization, dedicated to protecting people’s health and preserving the environment. The Associate Director, Operational Accounting oversees accounts payable and payroll functions, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial operations while leading a team to strengthen operational controls and processes.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee payroll and accounts payable operations, including payroll processing and approvals, vendor payments, benefit and retirement plan transactions (403(b), 457(b)), and related operational accounting (e.g., rent and insurance), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution of discrepancies through regular reconciliations
Strengthen controls, systems, and processes by assessing financial and operational risks, implementing and maintaining effective internal controls, and evaluating systems, workflows, integrations, and vendor pricing to improve efficiency, scalability, and data integrity
Develop people and drive continuous improvement, ensuring teams have the tools, training, and resources to meet performance and compliance objectives, and documenting and enhancing procedures as needs evolve
Lead and support cross-functional operational accounting projects, partnering with internal stakeholders to address evolving business needs
Manage relationships with departments across the organization, anticipating strategic needs that may require updates to financial policies, systems, workflows, or risk management practices
Manage staff communications related to operational accounting priorities, deadlines, system changes, and process updates
Manage retirement plan audits, filings, and compliance, including oversight of the ERISA audit for the 403(b) plan; coordination of audit timelines, internal responsibilities, and external auditors; preparation, review, and timely filing of Form 5500 and related schedules; ongoing plan administration in partnership with TPAs and internal teams; monitoring plan activity and regulatory compliance; and coordination of required nondiscrimination testing
Support the financial statement audit by reviewing payroll and accounts payable audit schedules and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance; coordinating cross-functionally to gather audit samples; tracking auditor deadlines; reviewing materials prior to submission; and ensuring timely, accurate responses during audit fieldwork
Proactively assess compliance risks related to payroll, benefits, retirement plans, insurance, and accounts payable, recommending corrective actions as needed
Set and lead the vision for operational accounting, managing payroll and accounts payable teams through clear communication, coaching, goal setting, performance evaluation, and development; and establishing clear roles, expectations, and opportunities for growth
Uphold Earthjustice’s mission and values by fostering a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment, providing clear direction and feedback, and promoting a culture of learning for all team members
Oversee relevant administrative, budgeting, and personnel management of direct reports, ensuring that all organizational policies and standards are met
Actively pursue professional development and contribute to a culture of learning by building skills and sharing knowledge
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field
Minimum of seven years' experience of increasing complexity in accounting, preferably in a non-profit setting, including at least five years of management experience
Retirement plan administration experience required
Payroll experience with a medium- to large- sized, multi-state organization required
Knowledge of and experience applying GAAP in organizational settings
Proficiency with accounting packages, payroll software and Office365
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to translate complex financial information
Strong judgment and analytical problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to assess organizational needs, identify issues proactively, and implement effective policies and solutions while upholding integrity and financial objectives
Demonstrated commitment to Earthjustice's values of Justice, Excellence, Inclusion, and Partnership
Skill in leading diverse teams with emotional intelligence and cultural competence; fosters growth through mentorship, effective communication, and constructive feedback while hiring and developing team talents to align with organizational needs
Benefits
Excellent, comprehensive benefits
Casual and congenial work environment
Company
Earthjustice
Earthjustice is a non-profit public interest law organization based in the United States dedicated to environmental issues.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrew Jackson
Senior Vice President, Operations | COO
Adam Frankel
Associate Attorney, Community Partnerships Program
Recent News
2026-01-23
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