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DEPARTMENT: Accounting
ACCOUNTABILITY: Vice President, Accounting Manager
LOCATION: Atlanta, Georgia or Virtual
JOB SUMMARY: This position supports the Vice President, Accounting Manager in the fiscal and operational needs of the department and the Organization as a whole. Senior Accountant duties also include ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in all accounting tasks.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare the timely and accurate completion of all financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate with the finance and accounting team to develop and implement effective financial policies and procedures that align with the organization's goals and objectives.
- Assist in the development and monitoring of the organization's forecasting, providing valuable insights and guidance to the finance team and senior management.
- Monitor compliance with all regulatory requirements and ensure adherence to relevant accounting standards and guidelines specific to non-profit organizations.
- Analyze financial information and reports findings to leadership.
- Assist in monthly forecast of revenue and cash collections.
- Ensures revenue recognition is in accordance with executed MOU agreements.
- Assist with annual internal and external audits to ensure compliance.
- Supports month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
- Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile cost allocations.
- Prepare monthly general ledger account reconciliations.
- Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure financial transparency and accuracy.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Sage Intacct accounting software experience required.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- CPA certification preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years accounting experience, with 2-plus years in non-profit accounting required.
- Able to manage multiple projects at once with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Thorough and in-depth knowledge of basic accounting procedures and generally accepted accounting principles.
- Experience with general ledger functions and month-end/year-end close process.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Advanced MS Excel skills including VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and standards, with a demonstrated ability to interpret and apply relevant regulations and guidelines.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to work with complex financial data.
- Effective communication and people skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- An elevated level of integrity and a strong commitment to the organization's mission and values.
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