Summary
Description
General Purpose:
Scholars Unlimited is a non-profit organization that provides high-quality, comprehensive after school and summer learning programs to elementary school children in metro Denver. Our organizational vision is an unwavering commitment to empower students to achieve academic and personal success. Our mission is to foster academic, social, and emotional growth for children living in low-income communities around metro Denver. Our vision and mission are on the foundation of our values in the belief in every child’s potential, the belief in cultivating life-long learners, and the belief in the power of every child, family, and community. We collaborate with school districts and generally provide our programs in the schools our students attend. Currently, our programs are offered in Denver, Aurora, Sheridan, and Westminster public schools.
At Scholars Unlimited, we value equity, belongingness, community, and joy. We refuse to tolerate racism, or injustice. We take our duty to teach, learn and build very seriously. Our community strives to challenge oppressive structures, and keep one another accountable. We believe every individual in our community deserves to live and work in a safe setting that allows them to be their authentic self within their role. We know that even with the best intentions, racism, classism, bias and other kinds of oppression in our classrooms may perpetuate unless we take conscious action to disrupt and put an end to those things. We are change makers, we are the next generation of thought leaders that will make a difference in our community and in the world for the greater good. We are committed to keeping up with the latest DEI best practices, and to educating our team members so they are best prepared to uphold our high standard for the Scholars Unlimited community.
In partnership with the President & CEO, the Accounting Manager will support the finance department with a wide variety of accounting responsibilities. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reports, maintaining accounting systems, and leading the accounting team to achieve organizational goals. The Accounting Manager will play a critical role in partnering with the leadership team/President’s Cabinet in strategic decision making and operations as Scholars Unlimited continues to enhance its quality programming and build capacity. This position will report to the President & CEO.
Key Responsibilities:
Fiscal Management
- Maintain federal and state compliance and appropriate filings
- Liaise with external auditors for annual audit and filing the federal and state tax returns, and organization’s 990.
- Assist with annual GAAP and single audit assigned.
- Analyze organizational expenses and develop forecasts to support budget planning for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Upgrade and implement an appropriate system of policies, internal controls, accounting standards, and procedures, as needed. Train staff on procedures appropriate to them
- Oversee the completion of the full monthly accounting cycle, including prepaids, benefit allocations, AP/AR, and payroll processing.
- Compile federal reporting materials including analysis and preparation.
- Prepare journal entries for data entry into MIP.
- Complete monthly 403B contribution distributions.
- Work closely and collaboratively with Human Resources
- Work closely and transparently with all external partners including third party vendors and consultants.
- Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the success of Scholars Unlimited
Grant Management
- Manage all fiscal transactions for all state, federal, and foundation grants including monthly invoicing for reimbursable grants; monitor grant expenditures and compare to the approved budgets; provide grant financial status reports, as requested
- Ensure compliance with all grant and contract provisions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and OMB uniform administrative requirements, cost, principles, and audit requirements for special awards.
- Provide timely financial data to Leadership Team
- Ensure income and expenses are allocated to the appropriate grants
Supervisory Duties:
- Leads, develops, and supports the accounting staff to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations, including delegating work, providing coaching and training, evaluating performance, and addressing performance issues.
- Carries out all supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, or business management is preferred
- Extra consideration given to Certified Public Accountants (CPAs)
Experience:
- Five or more years of experience managing the budget and financial processes of a non-profit organization.
- Experience invoicing reimbursable local, state, and federal grants/contracts
- Experience managing revenue and expense allocations, ensuring alignment with grant funding guidelines
- Experience managing and leading staff
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrated commitment to Scholars Unlimited’s mission, values, and advancing equitable opportunities for elementary-aged youth, including a commitment to racial equity
- Knowledge of accounting and reporting software, specifically Sage MIP.
- Keen analytical, organization and problem solving skills
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build relationships across teams embracing diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and cultures
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and credibility
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must complete and pass criminal history background checks prior to the start of employment
Work Environment:
- Hybrid schedule: Work in the office at least three days per week, with exact days coordinated with the supervisor.
Organizational Culture:
- We have a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- We have a passion for our students and are invested in their success.
- We believe that trust among team members is essential.
- We believe that respect among team members is essential and non-negotiable.
- We encourage all team members to be curious.
- We love your individuality and want to see you shine.
Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they do not meet 100 percent of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed at Scholars Unlimited to apply for this role.
Scholars Unlimited is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.
Benefits
- Scholars Unlimited offers a generous benefits package that includes PTO, up to 11 paid holidays per year, a paid winter break between December 26 and January 31, two mental health wellness days per year, health, dental, and vision insurance coverage with an employer premium allowance per month, a retirement plan with employer match, employer-paid Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
How to Apply
- Interested candidates are encouraged to complete an application and submit a resume through the Scholars Unlimited Application Page
- Applications will be received through April 20, 2026
