Accounting Manager

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding professional journey and be a key member of an organization making life changing impact on thousands of San Antonians? Project QUEST invites you to join our dynamic team and become an integral contributors to one of the nation's most recognized and effective workforce nonprofits. This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization that is dedicated to transforming lives and shaping the future of the workforce landscape. If you are driven, enthusiastic, and ready to be a catalyst for positive change, we want you to be a key player in our impactful journey towards empowering individuals and strengthening communities. Come be a part of something extraordinary

The Accounting Manager is responsible for working closely with the Director of Accounting & Finance to oversee core accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in support of our mission-driven work. This role is hands-on and operational, with a strong focus on Sage Intacct, month-end close, grant accounting, and financial reporting. The Accounting Manager plays a key role in maintaining financial integrity, supporting funder compliance, and ensuring leadership has clear, reliable financial information to guide decisions

Company Description:

• Project QUEST is a nationally recognized workforce development 501c3 agency. QUEST's mission is to strengthen the economy and transform lives by preparing individuals for in-demand, living-wage careers.
• Project QUEST is a critical economic development resource that meets current and emerging employer workforce needs. Project QUEST is a proven and effective model offering wraparound services for job readiness into the workforce pipeline.
• Project QUEST enables individuals to receive the necessary education and training in order to prepare them for job placement into three major industry sectors to include: Healthcare, Information Technology/Cybersecurity, and the Trades/Advanced Manufacturing.
• Project QUEST's "wraparound services include life and skill assessment, academic remediation, career mapping and coaching, college and technical education, soft skill training and financial assistance. As a workforce intermediary, Project QUEST accomplishes these outcomes through collaboration with other workforce development partners.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Close

• Lead and support daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting processes
• Manage month-end close in Sage Intacct, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy and completeness
• Maintain and reconcile organizational credit cards

Sage Intacct & Financial Reporting

• Serve as a primary user and subject-matter expert for Sage Intacct
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for leadership and funders
• Support audits and financial reviews as needed
• Ensure consistent use of accounting structures, dimensions, and internal controls

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Oversee accounts payable coding, review, and posting
• Process payments in a timely and accurate manner
• Manage accounts receivable, including preparation and tracking of funder invoices
• Maintain grant billing schedules and related receivables

Grant, Fund, and Cost Tracking

• Maintain Cap Reports and Job Cost Reports for all participants and applicable funders
• Ensure compliance with funding guidelines and reporting requirements
• Log, track, and reconcile all donations and contributions monthly

Collaboration & Support

• Partner with program and leadership teams to support financial transparency
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes and documentation
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Desired Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and internal controls
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Clear, professional communication skills
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating across teams

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including:
• General ledger management
• Accounts payable and receivable
• Month-end close and financial reporting
• Audit support
• Extensive, hands-on experience with Sage Intacct is required
• Strong preference for experience in nonprofit and fund accounting environments
• Experience working with grant-funded organizations and compliance reporting is highly valued

Benefits

• Excellent healthcare benefits with employer contribution options
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Outstanding 401K with employer matching options
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Flexible work schedule (hybrid 60/40 work schedule)
• Professional growth opportunities
• Inclusive team-oriented environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending