Title: Accounting Manager

Reports To: Finance Director

EEO Category: Professional

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Grade:

Job Description Update: September 2016

Approved By: Human Resources

Position Summary:

The Accounting Manager is responsible for the areas relating to accounting and financial reporting. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. The Accounting Manager reports to the Finance Director and operates under general supervision with some latitude for the use of independent judgment and initiative.

Essential Job Duties:

Review and post accounts payable entries in the accounting system ensuring accuracy, timeliness, appropriate supporting documentation and proper program coding of expenses

Oversee expense allocations among programs

Oversee other financial programs including all grant accounting functions, accounts receivable, accounts payable, deposits, property/liability worker’s compensation program and payroll.

Calculate grant draw requests and submit funding requests

Prepare and submit financial reports to funders.

Coordinates with other departments concerning short and long-range fiscal needs and plans.

Maintain schedule of required reporting for all programs

Work with facilities manager to track fixed assets

Reconcile bank accounts

Ensure accounting policies are followed and updated when necessary

Complete month-end and year-end close procedures

Assist with preparation for various audits (financial, grant, benefits, and retirement).

Research, analyze and respond to various accounting inquiries.

Prepare program reports for internal use upon request

Prepare audit schedules and provide information as requested for external audits.

Process payroll, quarterly and annual reporting including annual W-2’s.

Maintain payroll records according to records retention policy and or regulatory compliance.

Assist Finance Director as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of accounting/financial matters and general business management especially with regard to not-for-profit institutions.

Knowledge of budgeting principles and practices (including use of spreadsheet software), accounting principles, investment and financial reporting methodologies.

Ability to thrive in a fast -pace setting.

Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required.

Ability to operate various work-processing software, spreadsheets, and database programs.

Ability to work effectively with others.

Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.

Ability to organize, prioritize and utilize effective time management techniques.

Ability to respect confidentiality at all times.

Ability to carry out multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Ability to follow instructions furnished in verbal or written format

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Trainings:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in business with an emphasis in accounting.

Experience:

Five years (5) experience in the financial reporting/general ledger area.

Preferred 3 years of Fund Accounting Experience

Preferred 3 years of Non-Profit Accounting Experience

Licenses/Certifications:

Valid Texas driver’s license.

Mental / Physical Tasks (F= Frequent, O=Occasional, R=Rarely):

F

Talking

F

Using personal computer

F

Listening

F

Sitting

O

Standing

O

Bending

O

Walking

O

Grasping/holding

O

Lifting/carrying

R

Moving heavy equipment

O

Driving

F

Using office equipment, stapler, telephone, etc.

Working Conditions:

Working in a fast paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.

Working on weekends, evenings and some holiday may be required.