Position Summary:
The Accounting Manager, reporting to the Controller, directs Accounting Operations encompassing Accounts Payable, Payroll, Billing, Accounts Receivable and Cash receipts, Special Billing/Reporting to ensure effective and efficient processing and compliance with firm policies, procedures and internal accounting and system controls. The accounting manager is responsible for the accuracy and completeness of accounting data in the electronic accounting system and is responsible for closing the accounting books on a consistent, monthly basis.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manages and trains the accounting staff who are responsible for accounts payable, billing, collections, payroll and general ledger.
Evaluates current positions and their roles and responsibilities to ensure they comport with process improvements that the incumbent will implement. Hire accounting staff, terminate staff when necessary and conducts performance evaluations.
Accounting manager will fully engage in the processing of P/R, billing, cash receipts, payables and journal entries to improve and advance automation of process flow and to serve as a backup in case of staff absences or emergencies.
Internal Control
In coordination with the Controller accounting manager will:
· Establish internal control of accounting transactions
· Implement policies and procedures as it relates to accounting, train accounting staff on all the policy and procedures
· Implement sound accounting procedures, establish systematic processing of accounting data.
· Establish change management protocols to ensure any revisions to policies and procedures are properly implemented
· Review and update the accounting manual as it is needed.
· Help in designing and implementing a record retention policy on maintaining accounting records.
Year End Responsibilities
Accounting manager is responsible for year end closing of books on a timely manner
Accounting manager will close the previous year and open the new year in the accounting system
Will prepare all audit schedule for review by the Controller
Will respond to audit inquires by the auditors
Will work with Controller to make sure all audit responses are accurate and complete.
Other Responsibilities
Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly
Ensure biweekly payroll is posted in the G/L on a timely manner
Assure project and grant revenue transactions are posted timely
Indirect Cost allocations are calculated, reviewed and posted prior to monthly closing
Requisite bank reports are prepared and ready for review and submission on a timely manner
Assist Financial/Budget analyst with coordination and development of budgets, forecast, and projections
Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Excellent knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
Excellent management and supervisory skills with ability to direct, communicate with and train employees
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent attention to detail
Exceptional ability to communicate, both orally and in writing
Strong analytical and reasoning skills
Must be highly motivated with love of learning
Proficient in Microsoft WORD
Excellent knowledge of Excel including Pivot tables, V Look up, Macros
Familiarity with Not for Profit and Federal, State and Local Grant and Contract Accounting Standards and Cost Accounting Standards
Education and Experience
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Five or more years’ experience in accounting including managing staff
CPA designation preferred
Easterseals policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, status as a special disabled veteran, or any other protected criteria as established by federal, state, or local laws. Employment decisions at Easterseals are based solely upon relevant criteria, including an individual’s capabilities, qualifications, training, experience and suitability.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends
Experience:
- Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
