350.org is looking for a hands on General Accounting Manager, in the Operations department, responsible for supporting 350.Org 501(c)3 and 350 Action 501(c)4 accounting and reporting functions. Areas of responsibility include US GAAP accounting, financial compliance and reporting; as well as supporting global consolidation(whenever applicable), internal controls, internal review and external audits. This position will line manage the Accounts Payable staff.
Areas of Responsibility:
Accounting Functions and Financial Systems
- Responsible for the day to day accounting transactions, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with US GAAP standards;
- Responsible for daily posting of revenue and expense transactions;
- Coordinate/support accounting part of financials in annual audit and prepare assigned detailed audit schedules, including notes and process any relevant approved audit adjustments.
- Assist in creating and maintaining accounting manuals/ policies and procedures and other working documents as needed;
- Support accounts payable function and supervise Accounts Payable staff;
- Coordinate accounts receivable function in consultation or liaise with DOF and development team to ensure accurate recording of revenue and corresponding restrictions;
- Conduct timely account reconciliations(bank, credit card, payoneer, investment, HSA etc);
- Assist in ensuring accounting system integrity and make recommendations to DOF for ongoing improvements in functionality as required.
Cash Flow Management and Controls
- Maintain internal controls and safeguards for receipt of revenue and actual expenses;
- Assist in development of documentation of procedures and recommendations for process improvements;
- Assist when called upon to interface with outside audit firms, banks, business insurance agents, credit card companies, etc. on organizations behalf in consultation with Finance team and DOF;
- Assist Director of Finance in organizational cash flow forecasting as needed;
- Support the monthly close, account analysis and ad hoc reporting and review Statement of activities, Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Cash flow and Trial Balance for accuracy.
Financial Reporting
- Assist in the preparation of draft tax reporting (IRS 990) and manage other local and state regulatory reporting requirements;
- Support the DOF around issues and trends in accounting..
- Support the DOF in generating and analyzing financial reports for COO and Leadership team
Other
- Support the finance teams and operations department when called upon
- Participate in Finance and Operations meetings and initiatives
- Participate or support organizational initiatives or events i.e PCM as needed
- Take initiative to learn about climate change
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or related business degree;
Skills/Experience:
- Excellent knowledgeable in US GAAP,
- 6-8 years of accounting experience, demonstrating a clear increase in responsibilities;
- Experience in an international nonprofit organization, with strong fund accounting expertise; experience with International transactions and accounting is a plus.
- Strong experience and working knowledge of general ledger, accounts payable, domestic and international disbursements, payroll, income tax and banking required;
- Keen analytic, organization and independent problem solving skills; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to management;
- Ability to translate financial concepts to individuals at all levels in the organization – including non-finance colleagues;
- Meticulous attention to detail – demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, organized, monitors own work to ensure quality;
Preferred but not required
- CPA certification or equivalent;
- Some understanding of IFRS is a plus;
- Customer-oriented, positive attitude; and Commitment to a work environment that incorporates cultural values: mission-driven, professional, direct, naturally collaborative, and collegial.
- Proactive, hands-on thinker who is comfortable working in partnership with senior staff within the organization;
- Excellent written and communication skills, proficiency of English language (spoken and written) is required;
- Experience with Intacct or similar accounting system.
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Listing Stats
Post Date:
Jun 18 2018
Active Until:
Jul 19 2018
Hiring Organization:
350.org
industry:
Nonprofit