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YMCA of the USA
South Bend, IN, USA
Full-time

To provide strategic leadership in accounting to further the mission of the YMCA by providing dependable and accurate accountancy services on both our Indiana and Michigan locations.  

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Maintains an accounting system to accomplish the proper recording and reporting of all operations, transactions, assets and liabilities of the YMCA for all funds.
  • Serves as resource person to management and program personnel in all matters relating to accounting and accounts payable.
  • Prepares and sends out monthly reports to management staff in order to provide them with a better understanding of their financials. On an individualized basis, provides key knowledge to help management staff better utilize said financials.
  • Assists in the annual budget process by providing staff with relevant and informative data to help them prepare his/her budget for the following year.
  • Prepares reconciliations of all YMCA accounts on a monthly and annual basis.  Prepares month-end and year-end closings and the preparation of statements and reports.
  • Posts month-end journal entries including accruals for various accounts.
  • Maintains accounts payable and answers vendor inquiries.
  • Assists in preparation of financial statements required by management, the Board, and outside agencies.
  • Maintains records, and prepare various internal and external reports, including reports for various federal and state agencies including monthly preparation of the sales and use tax.
  • Facilitates key functions such as the annual independent audit and preparation of the 990 and other important tax forms.
  • Preparation of special internal audits, accounting studies, analyses and cost studies as required.
  • Presents financial information to the finance committee.
  • Leading our staff accountants in our Indiana and Michigan locations through best practices, processes and high-level leadership. 
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Three or more years of experience as an accountant.
  • Strong problem-solving techniques. 
  • Ability to develop and use spreadsheets and standard business software systems.
  • Proficiency in US GAAP and not-for-profit accounting and financial management.
  • Ability to work both in our Michigan and Indiana Y locations. 
How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=29501&...

Job Function: 
Accounting / Finance

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
ymca.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Community Service / Capacity Building / Volunteerism
Youth / Children
Recreation / Sports
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Aug 8 2018
Active Until: 
Sep 8 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit