Job Description
About Child Mind Institute
We're dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders by giving them the help they need. We've become the leading independent nonprofit in children's mental health by providing gold-standard evidence-based care delivering educational resources to millions of families each year training educators in underserved communities and developing tomorrow's breakthrough treatments.
Position Details:
As part of the Finance team you will report to the Director of Finance and Accounting. As the Accounting Manager you will act as a key member of the Finance team responsible for managing and improving critical business functions within the accounting office. You are responsible for the accurate recording of transactions into the organization's financial system and for day-to-day financial tasks which include maintaining the integrity of the general ledger data recording of journal entries cash receipts and providing general accounting support. You will prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial statements as well as coordinating the organization's annual audit.
This is an exempt full-time position and requires a minimum of four (4) days per week in the office on a schedule determined by your supervisor in our NYC headquarters office. The in-office requirement and schedule are subject to change based on the needs of the program and the organization.
You Will:
· Review accounting team's journal entries and schedules for cash/investments payroll/benefits receivables prepaid expenses fixed assets AP/accrued expenses deferred income/refundable advances contributions/grants medical practice revenue and intercompany transactions.
· Prepare financial reports for month-end close (including combined financial statements)
· Prepare cash flow forecasting and provide monthly detailed cash flow projections.
· Analyze new contributions/grants to determine proper treatment in accordance with Not-For-Profit GAAP.
· Prepare and maintain the Net Assets with Donor Restrictions release schedule coordinating with the Sponsored Programs team as needed.
· Act as a point of contact with external auditors and coordinate and/or prepare information and schedules for annual financial and uniform guidance audits and tax returns (Forms 990 CHAR500 and 1120).
· Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.
You Have:
· 6 years of professional nonprofit accounting experience with 2 years of team management experience.
· Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
· Experience communicating and explaining complex financial information.
· Experience manipulating organizing and presenting large amounts of data.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Advanced skills in Excel required.
· Experience with non-profit enterprise software such as SAGE Intacct Expensify Workday Financial Edge or similar required.
Our Benefits
Our great compensation package and benefits include medical insurance 401(k) paid parental leave dependent care discounted tickets and entertainment perks programs. For more information about our benefits please visit our employee benefits website.
Pay Range
The salary range for the position is posted. Factors such as candidate's work experience education/training job-related skills internal peer equity as well as market and business considerations affect the salary offered within this range.
EEO Disclaimer
Child Mind Institute is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.
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What We Do
The Child Mind Institute is an independent national nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders. Our teams work every day to deliver the highest standards of care advance the science of the developing brain and empower parents professionals and policymakers to support children when and where they need it most. Together with our supporters we’re helping children reach their full potential in school and in life. We share all of our resources freely and do not accept any funding from the pharmaceutical industry.
Why Work With Us
As a member of the Child Mind Institute team you’ll do more than just your job. You’ll grow professionally learning from accomplished colleagues and industry leaders transforming children’s lives. We have received certification from Great Place To Work which uses data and insights to write reviews that offer a true picture of the workplace.
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Date Posted
04/21/2026
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