Accounting Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• An accounting and finance professional with a minimum of 5 years experience.
• A well-balanced background in non-profit general ledger, financial analysis and account reconciliations.
• Use of web-based computerized accounting systems and Excel spreadsheets.
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or comparable experience.
• A commitment to promote the mission of The Salvation Army.
• An interpersonal style that is service oriented as well as anticipates and responds to the needs of client departments.
• A demonstrated ability to manage projects, priorities and programs in a constantly changing environment.
• A problem solver with a demonstrated ability to independently resolve problems.
• A management style that gathers information, consults others, analyses options and offers fiscally viable opinions that reflect good judgement and investment in the long-term needs of the organization.
• A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities.
• A communication and management style that exhibits the principles and values of the Army and fosters team relationships, effectively communicating information.
• An extensive knowledge of the principles of accounting and business management, especially in a non-profit setting.
• An understanding of data management, procedure development and flow of information.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, using diplomacy and good judgement.
• A “hands-on” knowledge of how to effectively work with diversity in the workplace.
• A demonstrated ability to document process and procedures.
• The ability to function and operate in a paperless environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a nonprofit or faith-based organization is preferred.
• Experience in a multi-entity organization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reconciliation & Analysis Activities:
• Review, analyze and reconcile balance sheet and income statement general ledger accounts, including timely identification and resolution of reconciling items. This includes reconciling various intercompany income and liability accounts.
• Prepare bank reconciliations on a monthly basis, including the timely identification and resolution of reconciling items.
• Review cash flow needs or requirements ongoing, providing recommendations as required.
• Review reconciliations of various general ledger accounts that have been prepared by other General Fund accounting staff.
• Support the annual budget process including ensuring the accuracy of budgets entered in Acumatica
• Financial Services & Activities:
• Post various journal entries in the areas of reconciliation corrections, payroll distributions, insurance and pension expense distributions, support service earnings, interest earnings and standard charges and assessments.
• Preparation of monthly and annual financial reports.
• Provide financial consultation to General Fund department managers and staff as required.
• Ensure the timely completion of the monthly and year-end general ledger closings.
• Complete all start-up activities required to open or begin a new fiscal year.
• Review General Ledger activity on a regular basis to ensure proper account distributions, including transaction edit listings.
• Other:
• Serve as a backup to other Senior Accountants
• Assist with internal audits by preparing requested responses, reconciliations and work papers supported by adequate documentation.
• Assist with researching or resolving questions from vendors or department directors as requested.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 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.