Finance Manager / Staff Accountant at Christ House – Washington, District of Columbia

Christ House seeks a detail-oriented and collaborative Finance Manager/Staff Accountant to support and strengthen our financial operations and compliance functions. This role plays a critical part in financial management, grant reporting, HR coordination, and systems integration. The position works closely with the CFO and oversees select accounting and administrative functions to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Grant & Financial Reporting

Government Grant Coordinator

• Serve as the TCP Coordinator and primary point of contact, ensuring all TCP-related deliverables are completed accurately and submitted on time.
• Coordinate all required activities, including trainings, background checks, FBI fingerprinting, drug and alcohol testing, FORRS entries, monthly invoicing, and required reporting.
• Facilitate communication and meeting between the grantor and internal staff.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all contract requirements.

Foundation/Organization Grants

• Coordinate with the Grant Writer to prepare financial and programmatic reports for grant applications, compliance requirements, and annual grant reports.

2. Human Resources & Payroll Support

• Manage onboarding and offboarding for all personnel in collaboration with the HR contractor.
• Manage recruitment and job postings within HR software.
• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employees, working closely with the HR subcontractor on all HR-related matters, including - but not limited to - workers' compensation claims, disciplinary actions, and position updates.
• Partner with the CFO on payroll processing, benefits administration, and related reporting.
• Track and maintain compliance with all required annual personnel screenings, vaccinations, and background checks.
• Support Payroll/HR system customization and reporting in coordination with the HR subcontractor.
• Ensure all HR files are accurate, complete, and well organized.
• Coordinate annual benefits open enrollment.
• Ensure compliance with DC Paid Family Leave (DCPFL) requirements and all applicable federal and District of Columbia employment laws.

3. Accounting & Reconciliations

• Monthly GL Review
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations for CFO review and approval.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations between the donation CRM and the accounting system.

4. Systems & Process Oversight

• Oversee the integration and ongoing alignment of the CRM and accounting system.
• Customize and build capabilities of QuickBooks Online Accounting System.
• Supervise the Accounting Associate in the following areas: donation processing, Bill.com, and Divvy.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant accounting or finance experience (nonprofit experience preferred).
• Knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles.
• Experience with payroll systems, HR coordination, and compliance requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency with QBO accounting systems and CRM platforms such as DonorPerfect or Bloomerang; experience with Paylocity, Bill.com, and Divvy a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners.