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Job Description

Louisiana Central is hiring a full-time Financial Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations, keep financial records audit-ready, and manage grant-related reporting for a regional nonprofit in Alexandria, LA. This onsite role offers health insurance and paid time off, along with a 40-hour standard schedule with availability for monthly closeout and periodic meetings.

What You’ll Own

  • Manage the organization’s QuickBooks Online environment, including the chart of accounts, accounts payable and receivable, purchase orders, invoicing, and vendor management.
  • Complete bank, credit card, payroll, and restricted fund reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Produce monthly financial statements and dashboards for the Executive Leadership Team and the Executive Governance Board.
  • Oversee payroll entries, allocations, and payroll-related reporting.
  • Track cash flow and support budget monitoring across programs and departments.
  • Maintain timely, accurate, organized financial records so the organization stays current on the status of all accounts and programs.

Grant Accounting and Compliance

  • Apply GAAP standards for all grant-funded activities.
  • Track grant revenue, expenditures, match requirements, and allowable costs.
  • Maintain documentation for federal, state, and foundation grants, including reimbursement requests and quarterly or annual financial reports for grantors.
  • Support grant-specific reviews and ensure documentation is audit-ready.
  • Ensure adherence to federal and state nonprofit accounting requirements and maintain internal controls aligned with Louisiana Legislative Auditor best practices.

External Reporting and Team Support

  • Prepare schedules, documentation, and responses for external auditors.
  • Work closely with outside contracted accounting firms and auditing agencies to support accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of required reviews.
  • Strengthen and maintain internal financial policies and procedures.
  • Implement best-practice workflows for purchase orders, approvals, grant documentation, and expense tracking.
  • Provide training and support to staff on financial processes, coding, and documentation requirements.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum five years of experience in nonprofit accounting or grant-funded financial management.
  • Demonstrated expertise with QuickBooks Online.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and grant compliance.
  • Experience with federal and state tax filings for nonprofit organizations.
  • Familiarity with Louisiana Legislative Auditor guidelines is strongly preferred.
  • CPA preferred but not required.
  • Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and communicate clearly with leadership and staff.
  • High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Compensation and Logistics

Salary: USD 55,000 - 65,000 per year (commensurate with experience and qualifications). This is a full-time, exempt position with a standard schedule of 40 hours per week. The role is onsite in Alexandria, LA 71301, with required availability for monthly closeout and periodic meetings.

Additional Responsibilities for Annual Filings

  • Support IRS Form 990 preparation, Louisiana charitable registration, annual reporting, and federal and state payroll tax filings.

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