Restricted Funds / Accounts / Accounting Manager

Position Summary

The Restricted Accounts Manager oversees the accounting and financial reporting for donor-restricted and internally designated funds. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance, maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close activities, and providing reporting related to gifts, endowments, and restricted accounts.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, experience with complex reconciliations and reporting, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage accounting activities related to restricted funds, including gifts, endowments, faculty start-up, and internally designated accounts
• Lead the monthly close process for restricted accounts and prepare related financial reporting
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activity
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, NACUBO standards, and University policies
• Research accounting issues and determine appropriate treatment for contributions and restricted transactions
• Develop, update, and maintain accounting policies and procedures
• Monitor and approve spending activity on restricted accounts
• Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting inquiries and provide financial guidance
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Support annual audits and assist with special projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA strongly preferred
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility
• Public accounting experience required
• Strong background in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and revenue recognition
• Experience working with restricted funds or higher education accounting preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with large ERP systems such as Workday or Banner
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently