Accounting Manager

Community Partners in Action•Hartford, CT

8d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Accounting Manager is responsible for managing and performing various accounting functions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and CPA’s accounting, audit, and reporting requirements and policies. Activities include developing, implementing, and maintaining the accounting system and the fiscal policies and procedures. The Accounting Manager will collaborate with the CFO to meet the agency’s strategic needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting
At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, fixed assets, payroll, reconciliations, and internal management reporting.
Minimum three years of supervisory experience.
Self-motivated individual with effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and prioritize the work appropriately.
Able to adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment and implement changes quickly and accurately.
Strong emotional intelligence, decision making, analytical, computer and organization skills.
Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT and non-profit accounting experience are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and provide guidance to Accountant and Accounts Payable/Payroll Administrator to ensure duties and responsibilities are carried out efficiently, effectively and accurately.
Provide backup to fiscal positions, as necessary.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including bank reconciliations.
Conduct income/expense variance analysis.
Record journal entries with supporting backup attached.
Oversee and prepare grant and contract reports.
Assist CFO with managing and compiling data and files for year-end financial and pension audits in collaboration with the Fiscal Team and Human Resources.
Oversee vendor maintenance contracts to ensure timely renewal.
As appropriate, assist CFO with: preparing internal financial statements, Forecasting expenses and revenues, Establishing budgets, Reviewing and approving purchase orders
In collaboration with Human Resources, manage and ensure accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly payroll.
All other duties as assigned.
Promote a culture of respect, empathy, mutual support and belonging, working to eliminate any unconscious bias or discrimination in our beliefs, rules, and systems.
Special project as requested