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| Department: | Managed Services Client - Stepping Stone SD |
| Office: | San Diego |
| Job ID: | 523 |
| Salary: | $80000 - $95000 Per Year |
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
Track and monitor spending on federal, state, and local contracts (e.g., SAMHSA, HOPWA, Ryan White, DHCS, County of San Diego)
Ensure costs are allowable, allocable, and reasonable in compliance with funder regulations
Maintain documentation for grant reporting and reimbursement requests
Collaborate with program managers to align spending with budgets
Assist with the preparation and timely financial reports to funders and leadership
Ensure organization is following federal, state, and local contract employee training requirements including working with staff to obtain necessary training/certifications
Assist in timely and accurate filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual programmatic reports to funders and regulators
Collaborate with auditors for workers’ compensation, payroll, as well as In-Depth Invoice Reviews and site visits
Assist in preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements
Support annual independent audit and federal Single Audit (2 CFR Part 200)
Assist in overseeing overall grant management and success, contract execution, and budget and contract amendments
Internal Controls & Process Improvement
Assist with policies and procedures remain current with changing government and funding regulations
Help develop and enforce accounting policies and procedures
Monitor internal controls and recommend enhancements
Manage agency-wide information technology, including working with the contracted Managed Services IT vendor as well as maintaining employee training platforms (RELIAS and Paylocity)
Assist with payroll journal entries and cost allocations
Operational Support
Assist with preparation, tracking, and submission of expense reports, reimbursement requests, and related supporting documentation
Supports leadership with document preparation, meeting materials, and other administrative tasks to advance departmental and organizational priorities
Maintain organized records, files and administrative systems related to operational, bill, and leadership support functions
Minimum Qualifications
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 the ability to instruct and guide trainees of varying skill levels
Successful completion of a criminal background check
Environmental Factors and Conditions/ Physical Requirements
Work primarily in a climate controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential
Office environment, exposure to computer screens for lengthy periods of time
May require occasional evening and weekend work
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:
Health Premiums company paid, including Acupuncture and Chiropractic
Dental & Vision company paid
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care)
Generous paid time off – sick & vacation
Employee Assistance Program
403(b) Retirement Employer Match up to 5%
15 Paid Holidays, including floating holidays
Life/AD&D Insurance company paid
Long Term Disability Insurance company paid