Accounting Director – Georgia Baptist Foundation

Who we are:

Our Mission - 80 years of Stewardship to Multiply Ministry Efforts

† The Georgia Baptist Foundation strengthens the efforts of Gospel-centered ministries by managing funds from a perspective of Faithful Stewarding – engaging all of God’s resources for all of God’s work. Established in 1941 as a ministry of the Georgia Baptist Mission Board, we have always been about advancing and sustaining the work of the Body of Christ by raising and managing funds and promoting stewardship opportunities.

† Our assets under management exceed $500 million. We are a thriving and growing ministry, serving Christian charities that work in Georgia and beyond our state and nation to assist those who serve others in the name of Jesus.

How You could fit in:

We are looking for a special person, maybe You, who shares our desire to reach people for Christ and would enjoy our ministry environment as Accounting Director. We are resourceful, flexible, and deliberately efficient, always doing more with the gifts entrusted to us. We are forward thinkers and reach for constant improvement to continually add to the story of our success. If you are someone who is interested in accounting, financial reporting, database management, and client engagement – this role is for You!

This position reports to: CFO and is a Full -Time position.

What You would do:

· Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, and internal policies, procedures, and controls

· Administer organizational systems to ensure reliability of data and provide feedback for improvements

· Advance the best application of the accounting system to deliver functionality that complements the ministry’s goals and objectives

· Prepare and post journal entries

· Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts

· Conduct treasury fee analysis and manage treasury bank relationships

· Assist in coordinating and completing workpapers required for the annual financial audit, and the requisite notes and supporting schedules

· Collaborate on special projects

· Communicate professionally and effectively with team members, clients, and visiting entities

· Function as a team player who adds enthusiasm and effort to ministry-wide emphases, sometimes crossing functional areas (fund raising, promotion, accounting, and administration) so we can provide excellent client services

What You would need to bring to the position:

Experience:

· Proven track record of accounting leadership for a financial institution, or similar entity, with assets exceeding $200 million

· 6 years combined public and private accounting experience, with at least 3 continuous years with one company

· Working knowledge of nonprofit and investment accounting, financial statement compilation, financial statement disclosures, and accounting software

· Accountability for journal entries, account reconciliations, fixed assets, and lease accounting

· Practiced in researching GAAP, tax code, and other compliance mandates

· Demonstrated successful communication skills within an organization and with external stakeholders

Qualifications and competencies:

· CPA license – current

· Leadership and management skills

· Financial literacy in the areas of investments, church and charitable gift taxation, and fiduciary trustee law desired

· Experience with bank custody accounting software a plus

· Capable of database extraction, analysis, and reporting

· Advanced Excel skills

· Spirit of cooperation that fosters a productive operation

Other Requirements:

· Ability to work independently, while maintaining clear communication with direct reports, senior management, and at all levels within the organization

· Superior ability to organize, manage time and set priorities while meeting deadlines

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Successful completion of a background check to verify previous employment, credentials, education, and search for criminal convictions among other items

· Be willing to support team members with a spirit of Christ-like servanthood

· Possessing a lifestyle that is consistent with the teachings of Jesus and the Bible

· Values: Integrity, honesty, trustworthiness, embracing performance excellence and accuracy, servant leadership, teamwork, humility, and respect for others

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

· The position requires extended periods of sitting or standing at a computer desk, focusing on dense data displays on computer monitor/s and documents, accurate use of a keyboard and 10-key keypad, as well as voice interactions with clients and vendors; occasional walking and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds

· The Foundation permits limited telecommuting and flexible scheduling. The job must be performed in the office the majority of the time. In-office staff collaboration is essential to work creativity, problem resolution, and trust building. In-office work is also required to manage confidential documents and conduct in-person banking matters, including the preparation, and management of physical checks and secure mail.

The financial benefit of the position:

A competitive salary at an annual rate of $120,000 - $145,000

Benefits:

· Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverages

· Retirement savings program

· Telecommuting opportunity – up to two days per week, following successful completion of introduction period

· Flexible scheduling and generous PTO