Senior Accountant

Second Harvest Heartland•Brooklyn Park, MN

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the daily management of Second Harvest Heartland’s fiscal functions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and with financial management practices appropriate for non-profit organizations. This role ensures the integrity of financial data by accurately recording monthly transactions, performing balance sheet reconciliations, and assisting with the preparation of interim financial reports. A significant portion of the position involves overseeing grant compliance, which includes generating regulatory reports and preparing formal reimbursement requests for various government and partner agencies. Additionally, the Senior Accountant strengthens organizational processes by evaluating internal controls, documenting standard operating procedures, and providing versatile operational support to the wider accounting team.

Requirements

A combination of education and experience generally attained through a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or equivalent (CPA is desired) and a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a general accounting role, supervisory experience is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate financial data to internal and external stakeholders, to both financial and non-financial leaders.
Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed and valued.
Ability to work with flexibility, efficiency and enthusiasm, both individually and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
Demonstrated ability to plan, manage, and follow through on multiple daily tasks and projects.
Demonstrated familiarity with Microsoft Office, Office 365, and the ability to learn other computer software programs.

Nice To Haves

CPA is desired
supervisory experience is a plus
Capability with NetSuite is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Record monthly accounting transactions to ensure accurate financial data.
Perform and review assigned balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis.
Assist the Controller in the preparation of monthly interim financial reports.
Ensure financial reports are completed within ten business days of month-end close or within the timeframe directed by the Controller.
Provide essential support to the Controller during yearly financial and benefit audit activities.
Oversee comprehensive grant management activities.
Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for government agencies and contractual partners, such as Feeding America, to maintain regulatory compliance.
Prepare formal reimbursement requests for various federal, state, and county grants.
Support the Controller with data and documentation for grant proposals and specific reporting requests.
Manage and record specific accounting entries related to the Development department.
Reconcile cash transactions against development reporting to ensure departmental alignment and accuracy.
Collaborate with the Controller to assess existing internal controls for possible improvements and risk mitigation.
Document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various accounting functions to ensure consistency and serve as a knowledge base.
Provide backup support for Accounts Payable (AP) transactions and processing, as necessary.
Provide backup support for payroll processing, as necessary.
Offer coverage and assistance to the wider accounting staff during periods of absence or heavy workload.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the evolving needs of the finance department.