Position Title: Accounting & Contract Compliance Manager
Department: Administrative
Report to: Sr. Director of Finance & Operations
Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000 per year
Location: Residential Facility
Type: Full Time, Exempt
The Accounting & Contract Compliance Manager works onsite at the Residential Facility and is a key member of our finance team, responsible for ensuring fiscal accountability across all contracts and grants while maintaining accurate and timely financial records. This dual-function role supports both funder compliance and core accounting activities and plays a vital role in audit readiness, internal controls, and financial reporting.
Contract Accounting & Grant Compliance
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Track and monitor spending on federal, state, and local contracts (e.g., SAMHSA, HOPWA, Ryan White, DHCS, County of San Diego)
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Ensure costs are allowable, allocable, and reasonable in compliance with funder regulations
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Maintain documentation for grant reporting and reimbursement requests
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Collaborate with program managers to align spending with budgets
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Assist with the preparation and timely financial reports to funders and leadership
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Ensure organization is following federal, state, and local contract employee training requirements including working with staff to obtain necessary training/certifications
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Assist in timely and accurate filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual programmatic reports to funders and regulators
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Collaborate with auditors for workers’ compensation, payroll, as well as In-Depth Invoice Reviews and site visits
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Assist in preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements
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Support annual independent audit and federal Single Audit (2 CFR Part 200)
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Assist in overseeing overall grant management and success, contract execution, and budget and contract amendments
Internal Controls & Process Improvement
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Assist with policies and procedures remain current with changing government and funding regulations
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Help develop and enforce accounting policies and procedures
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Monitor internal controls and recommend enhancements
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Manage agency-wide information technology, including working with the contracted Managed Services IT vendor as well as maintaining employee training platforms (RELIAS and Paylocity)
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Assist with payroll journal entries and cost allocations
Operational Support
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Assist with preparation, tracking, and submission of expense reports, reimbursement requests, and related supporting documentation
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Supports leadership with document preparation, meeting materials, and other administrative tasks to advance departmental and organizational priorities
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Maintain organized records, files and administrative systems related to operational, bill, and leadership support functions
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
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Minimum 3–5 years of nonprofit accounting experience
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Familiarity with federal grant compliance (2 CFR Part 200, OMB Uniform Guidance)
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Strong knowledge of GAAP
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Experience with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, MIP, or similar)
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Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookup, etc.)
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Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
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Current CPR/First Aid Certification (or within 90 days of hire)
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to instruct and guide trainees of varying skill levels
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Successful completion of a criminal background check
Environmental Factors and Conditions/ Physical Requirements
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Work primarily in a climate controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential
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Office environment, exposure to computer screens for lengthy periods of time
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May require occasional evening and weekend work
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This position may occasionally lift and/or move more than 25 pounds
Benefits Package
Stepping Stone is proud to offer a generous benefits package for full-time employees, representing the potential additional $10,000+ on average per full-time employee above base pay, including but not limited to:
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Health Premiums company paid, including Acupuncture and Chiropractic
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Dental & Vision company paid
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Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care)
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Generous paid time off – sick & vacation
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Employee Assistance Program
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403(b) Retirement Employer Match up to 5%
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15 Paid Holidays, including floating holidays
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Life/AD&D Insurance company paid
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Long Term Disability Insurance company paid
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum 3-5 years of nonprofit accounting experience
- Familiarity with federal grant compliance (2 CFR Part 200, OMB Uniform Guidance)
- Strong knowledge of GAAP
- Experience with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, MIP, or similar)
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookup, etc.)
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Current CPR/First Aid Certification (or within 90 days of hire)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to instruct and guide trainees
- Successful completion of a criminal background check
What We Do
Mission Edge provides tailored nonprofit HR, accounting, and fiscal sponsorship services to support organizations in achieving their missions. They operate as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a social enterprise model to offer comprehensive operational support.






