Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The experienced and hands-on Accounting Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting practices, preparation of all monthly end reports, and supervision of all accounting staff. This position supports, promotes and furthers our goal of providing the highest standards of culturally relevant and sensitive professional service consistent with our mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares accounting related entries to several databases (accounting and development)
• Prepares general ledger entries by maintaining records and files
• Prepares all month-end closings
• Plans and prepares for the annual external audit and Form 990. The Accounting Manager is the primary contact for the external auditor.
• Supervision of A/P and P/R accounting staff
• Performs various account reconciliations
• Analyzes information and options by developing spreadsheet reports, verifying information
• Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data
• Prepares financial statements by gathering/analyzing information from the general ledger system
• Provides leadership to Accounting team
• Implements accounting procedures and internal controls
• Maintains workplace confidentiality and takes ownership/accountability for own actions and aspects of the job
• Assists with any special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• CPA certification preferred
• At least 2 full years of experience with extensive grant reporting, preferably with federal grants
• 5 years’ experience and knowledge of non-profit accounting preferred
• Must have demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook as well as expertise with implementation and integration of financial software systems. Experience with MIP Fund Accounting/AbilaFR50 preferred, but not required
• Desire to learn and take on various types of responsibilities
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Able to read and understand technical forms and financial reports
• Must have exceptional internal and external customer service orientation
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop and convey thoughts clearly, logically and concisely both orally and in writing, using appropriate grammar and command of the English language
• Must be able to work on a timetable, meet deadlines, follow instructions and accept direction on given assignments
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ABOUT THE AGENCY

Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas (JFS) is a nonsectarian mental health and social services agency that impacted over 32,000 lives last year. For more than 70 years, our mission has been to provide effective, accessible, and comprehensive mental health and social services that promote lifelong self-sufficiency and well-being for the Greater Dallas community. JFS welcomes anyone through our doors regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or the ability to pay and has more than 150 programs and services available to all in need.

We believe in nurturing passionate professionals who prioritize client health and well-being. Our team members across all departments collaborate to offer wraparound care in order to address multiple needs. Additionally, JFS is one of only six DFW agencies accredited by the Council on Accreditation, which means we continually meet the highest standards of practice in areas including governance, fiscal management, human resources management, and quality improvement.

BENEFITS

JFS is invested in our employees. We pay 100% of our full-time employee (30 hours or more) health and dental benefits as well as life and long-term disability insurance. This position also receives 4 weeks paid vacation, sick leave, and includes American holidays and all Jewish holidays. We are willing to discuss relocation options. Come learn more about us!