Nonprofit Finance Consultant

• Train clients on nonprofit finance basics, including accrual accounting, grant recognition, restricted vs. unrestricted funding, and reading finance reports.
• Assist clients with strategic financial decision-making, including designing chart of accounts, budgets, operating reserves, and staffing models.
• Prepare recurring financial reports (budget-to-actuals, dashboards, grant reports, cash flow summaries) and support audit preparation.
• Oversee bookkeeping quality checks, identify discrepancies, and coordinate corrections.

This role helps nonprofit organizations build vital financial clarity and capacity, enabling them to focus on their mission and create positive social change.

• B.S. in Accounting or related field.
• 5–10 years of nonprofit accounting or finance experience (small and mid-sized organizations preferred).
• Strong understanding of GAAP, fund accounting, and grant management.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Excel/Google Sheets.

$75 per hour, 1099 contract. Starting at 15 hours per month with potential for full-time W2 employment. Remote with preference for Columbus, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; or Washington, DC.

Big Change Consulting helps nonprofit organizations start up, gear up, and clean up their operations, HR, and fundraising, serving grassroots movement builders, equity advocates, arts and service organizations, and more.