Public Education and Business Coalition is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to support our mission and vision.

WHAT WE DO

Public Education & Business Coalition (PEBC) is a Colorado-based 501(c)3 organization that provides professional development services for practicing educators, locally and nationally, and operates the PEBC Teacher Residency program that trains well-qualified new teachers for high-needs schools. PEBC’s goal is to provide training and professional learning to cultivate highly effective P-12 educators who are dedicated to students’ social, emotional and cultural needs as well as growth and achievement. PEBC works closely with practitioners, policymakers, business leaders and other stakeholders to advise the development and implementation of sound P-12 education policy. In our work with educators and as an employer, we adopt an asset-based approach to cultivating a collaborative community of learners. PEBC values responsive and reflective practice and operates in a culture of positive intention and respect. The Mission of PEBC is to cultivate educators worthy of each and every learner.

Learn more about us at https://www.pebc.org/about/

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Senior Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, ensuring accuracy in financial records, and managing accounts payable and receivable. This role involves close collaboration with various organizational stakeholders to ensure timely processing of payments and supports regular financial reporting and audits. The Senior Accounting Manager reports to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

This is a full-time position based in Denver, CO in a hybrid work environment.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Manage a bookkeeper in all accounting operations, ensuring accurate recordkeeping of all company transactions and including the processing of regular tax filings
• Manage all aspects of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivables, performing all necessary follow up, tracking, reporting and balancing
• Collaborate with multiple individuals throughout the organization to ensure all independent contractors, scholarship recipients, stipend recipients and vendor payments are submitted accurately and in a timely manner
• Monitor the Operating Account and record all transactions, both physical and electronic
• Reconcile all accounts, including bank accounts, credit cards, and vendor invoices
• Process bi-monthly payroll through payroll system, including reconciliation of benefits payments
• Administer employee billing, including expense reports and approvals
• Implement new and streamline existing processes, which may include automation
• Prepare monthly financial and ad hoc reports compiled from various data sources
• Liaise with external auditors during financial audits, preparing documentation and assisting CFO with all audit requirements
• Promote PEBC’s work with various networks to generate revenue in service of the Vision and Mission

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO OUR ORGANIZATION

• CPA or comparable combination of relevant college degree, certification, and experience
• Five years of experience in a nonprofit organization
• Five years of experience in grant accounting
• Comfort with accounting standards and government regulations
  • GAAP, FASB, 2 CFR Part 200 (Grants and Agreements), Federal Uniform Guidance
• Must be able to be in-person regularly at our Denver, CO office.

The successful candidate:

• Integrates PEBC Core Tenets, Vision, Mission, Values, and Strategies into decision-making.
• Exhibits professionalism and self-awareness.
• Delivers clear, professional, and comprehensive outputs.
• Communicates proactively and effectively, enhancing organizational relationships.
• Collaborates effectively, aligning personal efforts with team goals.
• Prioritizes and maintains strong client relationships.
• Creates novel solutions for work challenges.
• Achieves significant goals promptly.
• Pursues and applies new learning, sharing insights.
• Engages others confidently and trustworthily.
• Effectively identifies, analyzes, and resolves issues.
• Champions responsibility and accountability across the organization.

WHAT OUR ORGANIZATION IS PROVIDING

• Expected annual salary range of $95,000 - $110,000 depending on experience and education. PEBC is committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation commensurate with experience and education.
• PEBC offers a flexible work environment where employees can choose to work from home or the office, with the approval of their Supervisor, and with at least occasional time in the office.
• Health Benefits package including:
  • Cigna PPO health insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Dental and Vision
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D benefits.
  • Voluntary Disability Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) plan with discretionary match
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Paid time off – 12 days (96 hours) annually, accrual rate increases over time.
• 11 paid holidays, including one floating holiday.
• Paid sick leave

PEBC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. In addition to federal law requirements, PEBC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

PEBC will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants failing to disclose wage rate history in accordance with applicable law.

PEBC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.

PEBC expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of PEBC employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.