Accounting Manager

The Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) is a Washington, DC-based think tank that helps policymakers work across the aisle to craft bipartisan solutions. By connecting lawmakers, delivering data and context, negotiating policy details, and creating space for bipartisan collaboration, BPC ensures democracy can function on behalf of all Americans. We believe that bipartisanship combines the best ideas of both parties to create even better, lasting policy.

Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Manager will oversee key financial operations, including Accounts Payable, Cash Receipts and Revenue, Payroll, 403B, and Month-End Closing processes. This role requires a detail-oriented leader who can manage and streamline financial workflows while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The Accounting Manager will also play a vital role in financial reporting and analysis.

 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITES

Payroll

• Process and review payroll on a bi-weekly basis for transmittal to payroll service
• Prepare corresponding payroll journal entry 
• Follow-up with staff on outstanding timesheets
• Review timesheets for errors and make any necessary corrections
• Respond to any staff questions regarding timesheets or pay stubs and withholding
• Prepare and submit 403(b) contributions 
• Reconcile the Quarterly Form 941 to the General Ledger

Cash/Revenue

• Perform monthly bank account reconciliations
• Perform grants receivable reconciliation
• Enter cash receipts and revenue journal entries; reconcile Accounts Receivable; prepare reports for management and development

Accounts Payable

• Review all Accounts Payable transactions prepared by the Staff Accountant
• Review corporate credit card journal entries and supporting documentation prepared by the Staff Accountant on a monthly basis
• Serve as a backup for the Staff Accountant
• Assist Staff Accountant with 1099 filing

Monthly End Close/Financial Reports

• Perform various month end allocations
• Prepare and enter all month-end journal entries
• Perform various account reconciliations and work to resolve any discrepancies
• Assist Controller with audit preparation and preparing Form 990
• Assist Controller with annual budget process, tools, reporting, etc.
• Other duties/Special projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and non-profit accounting standards
• 3-5 years of experience in non-profit accounting
• 2 years or more experience as a senior accountant
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems; proficiency in Great Plains/Solomon is a plus
• Experience with ERP implementation is a plus
• Experience with FRx Financial Report Writer preferred
• Knowledge of ADP platforms preferred
• Excellent analytical, problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment