General Fund Accounting Manager

Salvation Army USA • Chicago, IL

29d • Onsite

About The Position

Manage aspects of the General Fund accounting operations including budgeting, month end processing, fiscal year-end reporting, and audit support.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• A well-rounded accounting background in non-profit general ledger, financial analysis, budgeting, and supervisory experience is preferred.
• Minimum of eight (8) years' experience in accounting and financial analysis, preferably in a non-profit environment, with a demonstration of analytical ability.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Proficiency in working on cloud-based accounting systems (Sage, Acumatica, etc.)
• Ability to optimize a paperless environment and workflows offered within accounting systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office products: Word, Outlook and other PC-based accounting and financial reporting applications; and moderate to advanced skills in Excel.
• A valid MVR is required.

Nice To Haves

• CPA is a plus.
• Experience in working in a multi-entity organization is also a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management and oversight to General Fund accounting activities.
• Provide financial consultation to General Fund department directors and staff as required, including researching and resolving questions.
• Supervise the General Fund Senior Accountant and General Fund Staff Accountant.
• Ensure that the daily activities of the General Fund operate smoothly and efficiently.
• Oversee the documentation of workflows and procedures for General Fund accounting activities.
• Provide support to the Divisional Director of Finance as requested.
• Support the General Fund's annual operating budget process.
• Assist with standard assessment calculations for budget preparations.
• Prepare and maintain standard assessments and journal entries.
• Contribute to the Quarterly Management report to THQ.
• Manage the monthly and year-end closing process, ensuring completion on a timely basis.
• Prepare monthly financial report, including variance analyses with explanations, for review by Divisional Headquarters Divisional Finance Board.
• Review, analyze and reconcile various general ledger accounts, including timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Oversee bank reconciliations monthly, including timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Review cash flow needs on a weekly basis, providing recommendations as required.
• Review and approve journal entries prepared by General Fund accounting staff.
• Serve as back-up for approvals in the absence of other Finance Team managers/directors.
• Provide back up on banking relationships and online access / reporting capabilities.
• Provide assistance with THQ's consolidation process.
• Respond to internal audit requests as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefit package for eligible employees which may include the following medical, dental, vision, hearing, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement accounts, a company-funded defined contribution (pension) plan and generous time off policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees