The Center for Action and Contemplation (CAC) exists to awaken a more loving world through the teaching and practice of the Christian contemplative tradition. Internally, we are creating a modern workplace with the professional skills needed to scale the work of the CAC to reach a larger audience.
As we grow, we are looking for a solutions-oriented accounting manager to join our team in Albuquerque, NM. As the Accounting Manager, you will direct all accounting and finance functions for the CAC. In addition, you will organize and coordinate the successful execution of financial reporting and analysis for both internal and external customers while enforcing proper accounting methods, policies and principles. You will be tasked with bringing individual projects together into a comprehensive whole to support the organization’s mission over time.
Our ideal candidate is a professional leader who is dedicated to the field of accounting and specializes in the development and implementation of systems for collecting, analyzing, verifying and reporting financial information.
Why You’re Right for This Job...
- You have a genuine interest in contemplative spirituality, personal transformation and/or human development, and you are willing to learn about Richard Rohr’s work so you have minimum understanding of our content and product.
- You’re eager to work in a mission-driven organization.
- You are passionate about the field of accounting and are often times teaching yourself new skills.
- You are tech savvy and gain energy when you’re able to implement innovative solutions.
- You have a growth mindset, and you’re excited for the opportunity to be both a contributor and learner in an organization that values humility and excellence.
- You are talented at balancing the normal day-to-day activities with less routine projects and do not hesitate to roll up your sleeves when necessary.
- You love tackling new challenges and have the resilience to drive projects to completion.
- You have a highly collaborative approach and naturally build strong relationships; establishing credibility with your team and leaders across the organization.
- You have experience using and administering accounting software.
- You are trustworthy, a strong listener, a creative problem solver and know when to maintain confidentiality.
- You have experience applying a diversity, equity and inclusion lens to your work.
- You gain energy from collaborating across an organization to build understanding and cohesion around development, while maintaining team spirit, support, unity and trust.
- You are flexible and excited at the prospect of being part of a growing and developing organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage the general accounting functions, including, but not limited to: accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll, fixed assets, royalty payments, and cash management.
- Oversee and manage audits, 990 tax returns, sales tax, and compliance functions.
- Directs the integrity of the accounting information by maintaining the organization's compliance with non-profit accounting principles, practices, procedures, and initiatives.
- Support the development, approval and implementation of the annual budget and capital projects.
- Oversee and develop recurring and ad hoc financial reporting and analysis.
- Manage accounting systems and workflows, supporting the implementation of new software in partnership with the technology team.
- Directs the development and implementation of internal control policies & procedures.
- Develop staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relationships
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
- Excellent management and supervisory skills.
- Great interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent knowledge and experience with accounting software and databases
- Understanding and knowledge of non-profit accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations
- Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on company’s success
- Solutions-oriented rather than focusing on the problem.
- Out-of-the box innovator and ability to predict problems
- Proven ability to juggle multiple projects at a time, while maintaining sharp attention to detail
Work/Physical Requirements
- The physical requirements of the position include but are not limited to, standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, use of hands to finger, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, and squat.
- Use of a computer, keyboard and monitor is necessary.
- Must be able to lift and carry approximately 15 pounds
- Must be able to speak English and listen, hearing sound and words.
- Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
This job is on-site in our Albuquerque office. Candidates must be located in, or willing to relocate to, Albuquerque, NM. We offer an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package for full-time staff positions. Relocation assistance is available within the United States.
Please apply to this job directly through our job board:
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To be considered for this opportunity, you must upload a current resume and cover letter detailing your interest in the position. Because of the high volume of interest, we are not able to process applications or respond to inquiries unless they come through the online application system.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
We believe that diversity makes us better. The CAC welcomes and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, family medical history or genetic information, pregnancy, parental status, military service, veteran status, citizen status, political affiliation, disability status, or any other non-merit based factor.