Temporary Senior Accountant

Bonita House, Inc•Berkeley, CA

34d•$42 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced, highly skilled Temporary Senior Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will have work experience in the nonprofit sector that demonstrates outstanding technical skills, judgment, and execution. You will play a key role in the day-to-day accounting operations, including responding to internal and external inquiries. Knowledge of Abila MIP is strongly desired.

Requirements

BA or BS in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
Minimum of 5 years of accounting with at least 3 years of non-profit experience, preferably in an organization with multiple programs. Positions held must demonstrate a broad and deep understanding of accounting principles and functions.
Experience in health care field including revenue cycle strongly preferred.
BHI conducts background checks on all candidates who have received a conditional job offer. Satisfactory completion of background check is a requirement for employment with the agency.
A valid driver license, reliable personal vehicle, personal auto insurance as required by law, and an MVR sufficient to obtain and reasonably maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies are essential job requirements.
Occasional travel (local) as required to fulfill primary job responsibilities and duties.
Passion for the BHI mission.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Abila MIP accounting software is strongly preferred.
Experience with government grants and contracts is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with accounting team to complete timely month end closing of balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements with appropriate backup documentation and supporting schedules
Reconcile bank statements and oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes.
Prepare Balance Sheet account reconciliations on a monthly basis.
Prepare monthly and year-end journal entries, maintain proper supporting documentation, and provide a solid audit trail
Review, analyze, and reconcile general ledger transactions to ensure that financial transactions are properly recorded;
Assist in preparing financial reports for internal stakeholders, board members, and external parties such as donors, auditors, and regulatory agencies.
Assist with coordination of the annual external audit and tax preparation process.
Assist with annual financial, workers comp and 401k audits and reports
Analyze financial data to provide insights and recommendations for improving the organization's financial performance and sustainability.
Perform analysis of operations on a monthly basis, including but not limited to expenditures, revenue, program cost-metrics, and other financial operations
Utilize strong Excel skills to create complex financial models, perform data analysis, and streamline accounting processes.
Assist preparation and reporting of agency and program budgeting.
Perform ad hoc analysis and reporting
Manages grants and funding, including tracking expenses, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and preparing financial reports for funders.
Prepare contract billing, audit schedules, funders' reports, cost allocations
Provide general oversight, mentorship, guidance, oversee work quality for accounting team.
Responsible for understanding the full scope of accounting functions of Bonita House and able to perform all accounting functions. Provide backup as needed - in accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, etc.
Participate in or lead special projects as opportunities arise
Performs other duties as assigned.