Accounting Manager

Christian Community Health Center•Chicago, IL

11d

About The Position

The Accounting Manager is responsible for performing highly specialized accounting work required to maintain CCHC’s general ledger. Working under the direction of the Director of Finance, the Accounting Manger directs and coordinates the daily activities of the accounting staff to quickly and accurately record the revenues, expenditures, assets, and liabilities of the Authority. The incumbent should be a highly motivated self-starter with supervisory, review, and proofing experience. The incumbent is also responsible for interim, monthly, quarterly, and annual assisting, preparing financial statements, budgets, audits, and other CCHC’s reporting. Maintain all official accounting records in conformity with generally accepted government accounting principles(GAAP). The nature of the work requires a strong internal control environment and recommendations for and implementation of financial policies and procedures.

Requirements

Minimum of bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finances from an accredited College and a minimum of three – five years of accounting and finance experience.
Must be experienced in nonprofit fund accounting, in a complex nonprofit with multiple service programs.
The ability to direct the creation of clear and concise financial reports to aid in the functioning of the Agency, relying on a strong analytical background, is required.
Excellent oral and written communication and well-developed presentation skills are required.
Ability to identify and implement process improvements is required.
Knowledgeable of computers, with the ability to understand accounting systems, PC spreadsheets, and other financial data systems is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a nonprofit environment, and knowledge to assist program and other leadership in interpreting financial results of the Agency is highly preferred.
Knowledge of and experience with MIP accounting software is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports the monthly and fiscal year end close.
Prepares and assist in auditing schedules as it relates to audits, federal, state, city, (Uniform Guidance) -CFR, A-133,(UG-Uniform-Guidance) program financial audits, and annual audit process.
Prepares and assist in the preparation of financial reports such as financial statements, budget performance, and interim grant financial reporting. Which includes but not limited to federal , FFR, PMS, State and local reporting.
Assist with entering program budgets, RFP, grant renewal, and reviews line item expenditures for departments and review with Director of Finance for approval.
Analyzes information by developing spreadsheet reports; verifying information.
Works with accounting team to develop and implements accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures; recommending changes.
Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
Analyze and interpret statistical and accounting information in order to appraise operating results in terms of profitability, trends and other matters impacting the effectiveness of the operations.
Makes independent decisions on behalf of CCHC that affects the cashflow/stability of the agency
Supports other financial and operational requirements as needed.
Maintain professional, respectful and accountable behavior toward all staff through regular communications.
Approve daily attendance and time off request
Responsible for weekly, or monthly, supervision time with staff.
Responsible for 90-day evaluations, annual performance, and improvement plans with staff.
Conducting performance evaluations according to established systems and policies
Review and interview new candidates for department and submit recommendations.
Responsible for Job Competencies, ensuring that performance goals are clearly communicated and are up to date(Current) .
Provide fair, constructive, and timely feedback towards performance expectations and goals.
Provides assistance, guidance, and coaching support as needed.
Ensure that staff have professional accounting skills plans in place.
Coordinate advanced trend analysis of various accounting and financial records
Research and solve complex accounting problems
May analyze data to develop audit plans
May assess the level of risk in the operation under audit
Interpret analytical results and assess potential impact to the departments and CCHC and provide recommendations.
Interpret CCHC financial policies and procedures and advise accounting staff and other departments.
Review of financial statements from Senior Accountant and present to DOF for approval.
Review grants monthly revenue expense, voucher, and various budgets, and submit to DOF for approval.
Oversee payroll Manage.
Interpret and implement accounting principles, policies and regulations and ensure that adequate internal controls are in place
Liaison with external agencies and auditors for compliance with Federal and other regulatory agencies
Assist in General ledger account reconciliation
Initiate, perform and oversee complex or advanced reconciliation functions.
Post journal entries to MIP System
Cash Handling, Balance and reconcile the Operating and Petty Cash Funds
Preparation and control of special checks, deposits of cash received
Late nights and weekends may be required to complete major tasks
Other duties as assigned