Job description
Main areas of focus: Auditing, Accounting Policy Management, Financial Compliance
Location: Remote - U.S. only.
Eligibility: At this time, we are only considering candidates who are eligible to work in the United States without the need of company sponsorship now or in the future
JOB HIGHLIGHT
You’ll be reinforcing the integrity of our accounting policies and financial compliance by employing your world-class accounting acumen.
JOB SUMMARY
As Accounting Manager, you will play a key role in the Finance Department consistently ensuring the sustainable growth of our Accounting team and process transformations. You will own various workflows within the accounting and financial reporting process. Reporting to the Controller, you’ll exemplify a hard-working, demonstrated leader who excels in managing workflows and can exceed goals in a fast-paced environment. You’ll support the Finance team in finding solutions to complex problems.
YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR…
● On a monthly basis, reviewing and approving journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations prepared by the accounting team including complex areas such as investments; and investigating discrepancies and communicating issues as they arise in a timely manner
● Partnering with Revenue Operations and working cross-functionally with departments to ensure Revenue, including Pledges, are recorded in compliance with GAAP
● Assisting in the timely management of the month-end consolidated financial close process by keeping team priorities on track and assisting staff
● Continually developing, expanding, and improving month-end close and financial reporting procedures and timelines
● Reviewing, approving, and or processing financial transactions as needed
● Researching and supporting the VP, Controller in the implementation of new accounting standards
● As the organization continues to evolve and grow, assisting in the creation of new processes and implementation of new systems and simplifying existing processes
● Supporting the management of the year-end consolidated financial statement audit, tax return preparation, and regulatory filings
● Ensuring the timely annual filing of state fundraising registrations
● In partnership with our VP, Controller, supporting the management of special projects, general ledger implementation, internal controls, and ad hoc analyses
● Supervising and mentoring accounting and senior accounting associates
YOU MUST HAVE…
● Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
● 7+ years of professional experience in accounting
● 2+ years of successfully managing a high performing and detail-oriented team and proven ability to manage and develop the careers of direct reports
● Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of an organization and manage relationships with external parties
● Superior problem-solving skills and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
● Proven agility required to work thoughtfully in a fast-paced start-up environment
IT’S AN ADDED PLUS IF YOU HAVE…
● Public Accounting experience
● Current CPA designation or equivalent
● Experience working with expense management platforms like Concur and ERPs like NetSuite
● Understanding of non-profit operations
YOU’LL BE SUCCESSFUL IF…
You’re a problem solver and strategic thinker
We find ways of getting it done at charity: water. We don’t invest time on why it can’t be done. You know how to articulate and roll out solutions, recognizing there are many solutions to the same problem. You find new and effective ways to streamline and create processes to increase efficiency.
You’re passionate about accuracy
You double and triple-check your work because you know that accurate data is crucial for an Accounting Department to operate successfully. Your excellent math, grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills make you a strong leader.
You get things done
You’re a multitasking machine and you don’t have a problem getting your hands dirty. You follow through on every task, no matter how big or small, and when duty calls you take matters into your own hands. You live for hitting deadlines and understand the importance of keeping on schedule and in budget. You take initiative on projects from the start and know how to bring people together and get things done.
You stay on top of it all
If you see something that needs improvement and you take action. You propose solutions to problems and research subjects that will help you do your job better. You have professional candor and you’re great at resolving problems quickly and effectively.
TEAM OVERVIEW
The Finance team, which includes Accounting, Strategic Finance, and Legal, works diligently to support our entire organization, keeping our books in pristine order, ensuring that our Operations and Water funds are being allocated responsibility and in line with our strategic goals. They guarantee our donor promise and core pillar that 100% of our public donations will be utilized for water projects.
HIRING TIMELINE
This role was posted on October 6th, 2025 and will remain open for approximately 90 days.
SALARY RANGE
This is an exempt role with a range of $100,000 - $125,000 a year.
BENEFITS & PERKS
Unlimited PTO
Summer Fridays
6-week paid sabbatical leave after 5 years of employment
Annual bonus potential through The Pool
401k plan + employer match
Medical covered at 85% + Dental/Vision contributions
FSA + dependent day care FSA
Employer-paid life insurance, STD, LTD
16-week paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents
Stipends for Home office, Professional Development, and a You-do-You Perk
TSA Pre-check reimbursement
2-4 annual travel requirements that foster team alignment, connection and in-person collaboration
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
At charity: water, we believe that water changes everything. We work with local implementing partners to fund sustainable solutions that provide clean and safe drinking water to people around the world. Since 2006, with a diverse team of world-changers and an unstoppable community of supporters, we’ve brought clean water to more than 20 million people worldwide. With the makings of a mid-size tech startup, we’re reinventing charity through endless innovation, contagious passion, beautifully crafted stories, and a powerful brand that inspires a new kind of generosity.
At charity: water, we value every background, identity, and experience. We believe that a diverse team, informed by different cultures and perspectives, makes us stronger. We are committed to doing the work and challenging each other to be an organization in which everyone is respected and heard. We commit to providing genuine opportunities for all people to thrive. And we will continue to embed diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equality in everything we do.
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