The YMCA of Greater Cleveland is seeking a Senior Accountant who will provide support for general ledger maintenance, monthly closing, treasury/cash management duties, fund accounting for grants, contributions and restricted cash, balance sheet reconciliations, monthly financial statement preparation and analysis, and preparation of budgets. This role is also responsible for audits and various ad hoc and ongoing projects and analysis as assigned to support the Controller and accounting functions. Additionally, this position reports to and is back up for the Controller.
General Ledger Maintenance and Closing:
- Compiles and analyzes information throughout the month and prepares timely journal entries to drive towards an efficient and effective closing process.
- Reviews financials for accuracy and completeness to proactively resolve issues and prepare preliminary financial statements for leadership.
- Reconciles all Balance Sheet accounts monthly and resolve variances and discrepancies by working with staff to resolve problems and provide supporting documentation for corrections.
- Maintain documentation of processes, policies and procedures.
Treasury/Cash Management and Fund Accounting:
- Maintains restricted and reserve fund schedules to comply with various grants, contributions, trusts or management designated reserve policies/contracts.
- Responsible for daily banking activity to move funds between restricted and operating accounts and line of credit utilization.
- Manages draw down of various grant funds.
Monitoring and Other Specific Duties:
- Takes responsibility for ongoing accounting functions as assigned, such as investment activity, fixed assets, lease schedules, debt schedules, and covenant calculations.
- Assists with budget preparation.
- Performs data projections or relevant research as assigned
Support Annual Audit, Financial Statement Preparation and Various Filing Requirements:
- Assist with year-end closing, working schedules for annual audit and research and supporting documentation required by auditors.
- Supports annual financial statement preparation for management, the Board, and outside agencies.
- Maintains records, and assists in preparation of various internal and external reports, including reports for various federal and state agencies, YUSA reporting, and IRS Form 990 tax return for review by the CEO and board.
- 3 years of experience in accounting field.
- Understanding of GAAP, Fiscal policy, audit and other regulatory requirements.
- Financial analysis and budgetary experience.
- Proficient with standard business systems (Financial reporting, customer receivable,payroll, accounts payable, banking and cash management systems).
- Microsoft Office Skills-Intermediate+ (excel, word, power point).
- Proactive, self-motivated, acts with sense of urgency and follow thru.
- Ability to multitask and manage and communicate priorities.
- Establish/maintain relationships and promote team environment.
- Effective communication skills (written and oral).
- Nonprofit and fund accounting experience a plus.
- Continuous improvement mindset and skills desirable.
Salary: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00