Accounting Manager

SCOPE OF ROLE:

The Support Services functions at S:US are carried out by a team of professionals with diverse backgrounds who share deeply in the S:US mission. We are a resource that provides support to the individual program departments to assist in the pursuit of our mission. Support Services is a collegial, supportive group with a dynamic culture that continuously seeks to collaborate and improve the lives of our clients. We treat all staff with respect through each interaction. We are motivated to accomplish our individual and collective tasks through the belief that we can help transform the lives of people we serve thereby righting societal imbalances.

The purpose of the Finance Department at S:US is to fulfill the organization’s mission in the most effective and efficient manner and to remain accountable to stakeholders, including clients, partners, funders, employees, and the community. In order to accomplish this, the Finance Department commits to providing accurate and complete payroll data for internal and external use by the Executive Team and the Board of Directors.

Accounting Manager will be working on all aspects of the general ledger and month-end close process and oversee a staff accountant.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Analyze balance sheet and P&L accounts on a monthly basis, prepare related schedules

· Book contributions, maintain TRF schedule, prepare TRF release journal entries

· Maintain Fixed Assets records and depreciation

· Review security deposits and prepare journal entries when lease expires

· Prepare monthly accruals & prepayments journal entries

· Prepare monthly insurance allocation

· Prepare monthly Agency admin allocation

· Coordinate month end close process and financial statement preparation and reporting

· Assist with year-end audit preparation and various grant audits

· Assist with accounting and financial inquiries by researching and interpreting data

· Responsible for on-going projects as per request of Assistant Controller, Controller and/or senior management

· Provide training and mentorship to staff in order to promote advancement and achievement of company goals.

KEY PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

· Problem-solving skills – Ability to be creative and analytical. Examine issues and data and search for inconsistencies, reconcile inconsistencies and recommend then implement solutions.

· Math skills – Ability to use math to calculate data and ensure that information is correct. Ability to work with numbers and make calculations with minimal errors.

· Collaboration – Work closely with Agency Staff to understand the needs, concerns and objectives of different Agency Departments. Integrate information from all sources and translate them into clearly defined, user appropriate, data systems or reports.

· Communication skills – Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to translate complex situations/information into simple, meaningful explanations and/or discrete steps.

· Interpersonal Skills – Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Treat colleagues with respect and find the best way to help answer their questions so that they can be successful in their job duties.

Benefits Overview: We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance;403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, Economics or Finance required or related field.

· Minimum five (5) years accounting experience in non-profit with a proven record of advanced accounting skills.

· Proficiency with MS Excel (pivot table and VLOOKUP must), MS Word and Outlook.

· Possess critical thinking, analytical, interpretative, and problem-solving skills, including attention to detail, and demonstrated an ability to deliver high-quality work.

Effective August 30, 2021, unless granted a reasonable accommodation for disability, all new hires must show proof of vaccination against the COVID-19 virus. If hired for one of our city sponsored programs, this requirement must be met by your date of hire.

Company Overview

Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Director of Recruitment.