Accounting Manager
30 days ago
Miami
Job Description Position Summary: The Accounting Manager works closely with the Director of Finance to ensure the integrity of day-to-day operations of the Finance Department, and the effective use of financial resources of the organization. This role works closely with a team of 2 Senior Accountants, 1 Staff Accountant – each assigned to specific lines of business – and 1 Accounts Payable clerk. The Accounting Manager ensures timely and accurate financial reporting, supports audits, and provides guidance to staff to maintain strong internal controls and financial integrity. Duties and Responsibilities: • Work closely with Director of Finance and Finance Staff in providing support and assistance to the agency and agency personnel in all aspects of fiscal administration, • Oversees timely processing of grant receivables, working with Accountants to track and analyze grant expenditures., • Ensures all journal entries are recorded on a timely basis to facilitate completion of monthly financial statements., • Oversees processing of accounts receivable and revenue recognition and assists Director of Finance with cash flow projections, • Assists Accountants with required budget modifications in a timely manner to ensure maximization of return on grants., • Review and post daily accounting entries as required, • Assists with month end close process and prepare account reconciliations as required, • Maintain General ledger accounts and payroll distribution for all grants., • Reconcile on monthly basis the General Ledger to all grants and agency contracts., • Assist Senior Accountants with the month and year end general ledger closing process, including analysis of key balance sheet accounts., • Assist with the preparation of audit schedules and documentation for agency audits, provider/grantor monitoring, etc., • Maintain professional partnerships with vendors, contractors and outside Agencies., • Ensure confidentiality with all information; as well as the security and safety of all documents/checks., • Comply with department and Agency deadlines (i.e. month end, year-end)., • Work a flexible schedule as required (i.e. month end, year-end closing)., • Ensure confidentiality with all information; as well as the security and safety of all documents/checks., • Ensure the safety of all staff, volunteers, visitors and individuals receiving services at Easter Seals., • Act in compliance with Medical and Non-Medical Emergency Procedures., • Assist individuals in evacuating building during emergency situations to include but not limited to: fire drills and external disaster drills. Specific duties to be assigned by immediate supervisor., • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA preferred, • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibility., • Working knowledge of nonprofit accounting practices and procedures preferred, • Experience managing federal, state or foundation grants preferred, • High level of accuracy and analytical skills., • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to communicate well with diverse populations., • Strong computer skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, • Customer service-oriented, strong organization, time management, attention to detail and follow up skills., • Working knowledge of FASB regulations and their application to non-profit institutions., • Ability to develop financial plans and budgets and maintain fiscal responsibility., • Ability to organize resources and establish priorities., • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, • Ability to compare data from a variety of sources for accuracy and completeness, • Ability to detect errors and monitor own work to ensure quality, • Ability to reconcile and/or balance financial transactions and accounts, • Ability to meet deadlines while working on various projects simultaneously and often with multiple interruptions., • High level of accuracy and analytical skills., • Excellent oral and written communication skills, • Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner by gathering and analyzing information Reporting to this position: Finance staff assigned by supervisor