Senior Accountant

Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego•San Diego, CA

21h•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for all accounting functions for all Diocesan entities. This includes responsibility of the general ledger, month-end and year-end closes, budget preparation, financial reporting and analysis, and audit preparation and support.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
5 years of professional accounting and/or fiscal management experience
Proficiency in Great Plains, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical skills, and administrative experience
Ability to multi-task and self-motivated to learn new technology.
Must be able to work independently, prioritizing and meeting multiple deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Non-profit industry experience is a plus
Experience in Vena are a plus

Responsibilities

Management of cash including the completion and accuracy of bank and credit card reconciliations. Ensure all cash policies and processes are adhered to.
Lead month-end closing procedures, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Reconcile and prepare month-end entries
Assist with various billings including monthly, quarterly and annual basis
Prepares and submits necessary periodic business filings
Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation explanations of financial transactions.
Maintain fixed assets and capital expenditures schedules and balance sheet workbook.
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, enhance controls, and optimize financial reporting within Great Plains and Vena.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance operations, and administration, to ensure accurate financial information and efficient processes.
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, and regulatory changes to continually improve the accounting function.
Supervise, mentor, and assist accounting staff.
Assist in preparation of Board meeting presentation
Coordinates with software vendors to maintain accounting software systems
Performs projects and other duties as assigned.