Director Of Accounting Jobs

This role will report directly to the Controller/Senior Director of Financial Reporting. The current Controller has been with the organization since 2015 and is going to be taking on more project work for the CFO and leadership team. This role will encompass many of the current Controllership duties including overseeing select day-to-day operations of the Finance and Accounting group. Responsible for supervising members of the accounting team and ensuring an appropriate system of accountability and contingency plans are designed to mitigate risk, as well as enhance the accuracy of the reported financial results.

Essential duties and principal responsibilities:

·Manage aspects of finance/accounting operations including cash management, payables, contribution and grant processing, and financial reporting for internal and external purposes.

·Oversee G/L accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards.

·Collaborate with the Controller to coordinate and direct audit activity and tax preparation for the Foundation, three supporting organizations, and subsidiary.

·Implement and maintain internal control and safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs, and program budgets and actual expenditures.

·Analyze financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; monitor progress against budgets and keep Controller abreast of the Foundation’s financial status.

• General Ledger:Manage the general ledger, including chart of accounts, journal entries, and reporting and account reconciliation. Assist in maintaining database integrity. Utilize current financial software to enhance financial reporting.
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and commitment to quality. Ensure assigned accounting team members are following established policies and that the division of duties are properly assigned and controlled, and accountability systems are in place for all critical functions. Participate in hiring processes with the Controller and HR. Supervise and review assigned accounting and finance team members using best practices in recruitment and retention.

·In collaboration with the Controller, review input to the general ledger to ensure the accuracy of financial statements and reports.

·Investment Reporting:Ensure the investment activity of the portfolios and separately managed assets are recorded accurately. Assist with coordinating cash transfers and rebalancing of investment pools.

·Oversee activities and team member responsible for the completion and review of the monthly bank custodian reports for entry into the investment accounting module. Work closely with custodial bank, Controller, CFO, and CIO to analyze and report investment results timely and accurately.

·Fund Reporting and Management:Maintain the correct fee structure and reconcile principal and distributable balances of each fund, including detailed spreadsheets and researching variances.Prepare interim fund balance reports, as needed.

·Management Reporting: Manage and execute the annual budgeting and planning process. Oversee preparation of the department budget templates, communicate with the department heads, summarize data, prepare finance committee packets, and report to the Controller. Provide financial analysis to evaluate projections, projects, programs, and capital expenditures, as needed.

·Tax and Audit Reporting:Prepare and direct preparation of schedules as required for tax and audit purposes and manage the completion of audit schedules from the Chief Investment Officer and other Finance personnel. Ensure an unqualified opinion on the audit with no material adjustments or management comments.Monitor developments and work directly with the auditors on new or updated accounting standards for measurement of accounting information and transactions, and the presentation of financial statements.

·Grants:Assist in anticipating and addressing any audit inquiries that may arise regarding grant processing. Work with the Grants Manager to develop and implement internal controls regarding the payment of grants. Review weekly approval poll to identify any cash needs that may arise due to grant payments.

Team:Senior Accountant, Staff Accountant, A/P Administrator

Qualification Requirements

·Minimum five years progressive solid accounting experience, preferably in a foundation or nonprofit organization with fund accounting.

·Advanced knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, forecasting and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

·Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.

·Active CPA required.

·Financial software products expertise, preferably Blackbaud database (Financial, Raiser, and Grant Edge)

·Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and spreadsheet analysis