Director of Accounting and Finance

Crystal Stairs•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Crystal Stairs, Inc. is seeking a Director of Accounting and Finance who is responsible for budgeting and reporting, developing and maintaining accounting practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with regulatory requirements for funders and nonprofit organizations. This role involves general ledger management, monthly and year-end closings, accounts payable, funder's reports, and audit preparation. The Director will supervise fiscal management staff, manage the corporate budget, oversee the agency's audit process, prepare financial statements, and maintain strong relationships with funders. This position requires strong interpersonal communication skills due to tight deadlines and contact with senior management, the C-Suite, and funders.

Requirements

B.A. or B.S. degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA or Masters Degree in Accounting or Finance
Five or more years of accounting experience
Three or more years of management or supervisory experience
Minimum of two years of recent experience in a non-profit agency, preferably in a Controller or similarly situated position
Thorough knowledge and experience implementing GAAP and strong internal controls
Knowledge of non-profit government funded accounting and Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards
Experience with accounting software programs and Microsoft Office
Familiarity with relational database structures, and use of complex accounting data in a business environment
Excellent analytical ability and process development skills
Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent customer relations skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and technical professionals

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of fund accounting systems

Responsibilities

Budgeting and reporting
Developing and maintaining accounting practices and procedures
Ensuring accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with regulatory requirements
General ledger management
Monthly and year-end closings
Grant year closings
Accounts payable
Funder's reports
Audit preparation
Supervising fiscal management staff
Overseeing and managing the corporate budget
Managing the Agency's audit process
Financial statement preparations
Maintaining strong relationships with funders

Benefits

Medical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% paid by employer
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Life and AD&D for Employee, Spouse and Children
401k Matching Options
Flex Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care)
Mutual of Omaha (STD, Accident, & Critical Illness)
Generous Sick and Vacation Time
Paid Holidays
Paid Winter Break from 12/24 - 1/1 (for select positions)
Opportunity for Growth and Development
Robust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM