Job Description

 POSITION SUMMARY:  Do you have a passion for accounting and want to make a difference in the community? Apply for the Long Beach Day Nursery (LBDN) Accounting and Operations Administrator position where you can apply your finance and operations skills while working for a mission driven organization. Join a dedicated team of solution-oriented professionals as we expand our scope, services, and impact to young children and families throughout our community.

ABOUT LBDN: For nearly 108 years, LBDN has been a proven leader in the nonprofit and early childhood education (ECE) fields. Our mission, to “provide high quality early care and education to young children of working families”, is more critical now than ever, as the need for quality child care services grow and research continues to prove the positive impact early childhood education (ECE) has on the futures of young children and their families.

THIS POSITION IS FULL TIME (40 HOURS A WEEK) AND REPORTS TO THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE.  There is some flexibility in schedule; position may require limited weekend and evening hours for special events.  AT LBDN, our work is rewarding and our culture is supportive, inclusive, innovative, and fun! If this opportunity excites you apply today. This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES: work distribution will resemble the following breakdown:

• 75% Accounting
• 15% Operations
• 10% Administrative Support and Special Projects

ACCOUNTING SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform general accounting, and other related duties in daily administration of the finance department
• Accurate processing and management of Accounts Payable and Receivable
• Accurate and timely Payroll Management for 50+ nonexempt employees
• Assist with management of fees and financial documentation for programs and grants
• Assist with month end closings
• Strict adherence to accounting deadlines
• Assist Finance Director with preparation for annual OMB A133 Federal Audit
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies through accruals and billing adjustments, as necessary
• Manage bank signors and corresponding confidential paperwork on an annual basis

OPERATION SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Procurement policy compliance
• Purchasing
• Bids and vendor management
• Facilities support

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT/SPECIAL PROJECTS:

• Document retention
• General office duties

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with ADP
• Knowledge of California Wage and Hour Regulations
• Knowledge of HR laws and regulations
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Must be highly skilled in the use of Excel spreadsheets and QuickBooks   
• Exceptional follow-through
• A proven track record in managing complex accounting
• Minimum 3-5 years of directly related experience, including payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable
• Associate(s) Degree or higher in accounting or finance, Bachelor(s) Degree preferred
• Excellent professional habits including working well with others, providing outstanding customer service, ethical and confidential

TO APPLY: At LBDN, our work is rewarding and our culture is supportive, inclusive, innovative, and fun! If this opportunity excites you, contact us today! Please submit your resume for consideration. We are unable to accept direct inquiries for this position (i.e. phone calls, emails, etc.).