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Role & responsibilities The Accounting Manager will oversee the day-to-day accounting, payroll, grant funding, and monthly financial reporting according to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Duties will include the development, analysis, and interpretation of accounting and financial information to facilitate and execute key decisions; recording, monitoring, and reporting of all financial, (grant & general) funds and operating cash on hand; as well as other matters bearing on the fiscal soundness and effectiveness of the organization. Responsibilities include: Manage accounting functions for multiple entities in several states including, but not limited to, accounts receivable, loans, grants, and collections. Responsible for the month-end and year-end closes for schools in multiple states. Involved in managing yearly state and external audits. Establish, maintain, and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance with industry best practices. Monitor the applicable aspects of the payroll function to ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll in coordination with human resources. Account for all fixed assets and perform financial analysis on capital acquisitions. Conduct financial analysis and prepare financial reports (including ad hoc reports) and statements for executive management, committees, school board of directors, and council. Supervise, evaluate, and develop accounting staff. There are 4 direct team members that report to this position. Work with team to automate and streamline the daily process. Other duties as assigned with occasional travel required. Preferred candidate profile Bachelor's degree in accounting, or related business field. Certified Public Accountant and/or Certified Management Accountant designation preferred. Thorough familiarity with GAAP, state, and IRS requirements for a non-profit organization. A minimum of 10 years accounting experience ideally gained through increasingly responsible management positions in a non-profit organization. A minimum of 5 years recent experience in a Manager/ controller/ or other lead financial role with responsibility for accounting, payroll, cash management, and regulatory compliance. Working knowledge of manual and automated accounting systems (Microsoft Dynamics GP), implement Purchase order, and grant tracking system. Well-developed financial analysis capabilities and demonstrated ability to manage budgets. Sound administrative skills in addition to well-developed management skills. Strong focus on details, time management. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience managing employees effectively. Experience with fund accounting and the financial interactions between related parties.
