As an integral member of the Finance team the Senior Accountant, Accounts Payable is one of the main contributors to financial statements, annual budgets, and forecasts. S/he completes monthly reconciliations, journal entries and other work needed to close books in a timely manner. Supervises accounts payable coordinator position. Reviews recurring financial processes such as check-runs and credit card reconciliations and assists in developing and monitoring internal controls to ensure best practices are followed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assist Director of Finance with Monthly Close and general reporting (approximately 65% of effort):

•  Works with accounting staff and Director of Finance on day-to-day accounting functions and monthly closing process, particularly regarding accounts payable.
• Responsible for all processes related to disbursements and their recording in the GL.
• Directs and reviews work of Accounts Payable Coordinator including the timely and accurate payment of invoices, and all other disbursements.
• Assists in preparation of financial statements for the organization, including for 25 different programs or activities.
• Responsible for administering employee and Association credit card accounts, Tallie reconciliation process, monthly AMEX payoff, and monthly tie in to accounts payable balance in the general ledger.
• Ensures accounts payable journal ties into accounts payable general ledger balance each month.
• Creates reports in several software programs as needed.
• Assists in developing, implementing, and reviewing of internal control procedures particularly those in the accounts payable area including those to prevent duplicate payments.
• Responds to questions and provides financial information about financial reports and key performance indicators used by program managers and leadership in their decision making.
• Supports program managers and executive office staff about accounts payable and other financial issues.
• Other analysis projects.

Audit and Tax preparation (approximately 20% of effort):

• Prepares monthly and annual schedules and workpapers for the annual audit and IRS Form 990’s and 990 T’s.
• Create and review reports for special purposes and analyze specific activities or proposals.
• Budget preparation (approximately 10% of effort):
• Assists program managers with budget submissions, reviews program budgets for accuracy, completeness, and reasonableness.
• Assists in preparation of budget document and development of key performance indicators to assist senior leadership with decision making.

Other Duties as assigned (approximately 5% of effort):

• Provide advice, support, reports to program managers and other staff as situations require.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of related experience
• 2 years of supervisory experience

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Experience in public accounting, preparation of IRS Form 990, preparation of financial statements, and experience working in a membership association.

Certifications & Licenses Preferred:

• CPA

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Strong financial acumen.
• Willingness and ability to track and meet multiple and competing deadlines.
• Experience using complex accounting software including subsidiary ledgers.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to influence and engage others.
• Ability to effectively utilize interpersonal skills and reliable information when working with internal customers, team members, and external stakeholders to accomplish project goals.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to consistently attend to details and meet deadlines.
• Ability and commitment to keep information confidential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability and commitment to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Excellent technical support, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to deploy sound judgment and willingness to exert influence as appropriate.
• Ability to understand strategic goals and how they relate to tactical goals.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office product suites (especially Excel and PowerPoint) and knowledge or ability to learn other computer-based systems.

BENEFITS

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Group Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Long Term Disability
• Wellness Resources