Accounting Manager (Hybrid)

1199seiu; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

1199seiu is seeking an experienced accounting professional to lead the general ledger for assigned funds, ensure timely monthly closings, and prepare reports for auditors. The role also involves grant management and regulatory reporting support.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (MBA preferred), 5+ years GAAP experience, 3+ years in grants management, and supervisory experience. Proficiency in Excel; Oracle experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required; MBA preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of accounting experience with strong GAAP knowledge.
• Three years of grants management experience; supervisory experience required.
• Excel, Word, and PowerPoint proficiency; Oracle experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledgers for assigned Funds and ensure timely monthly closings.
• Prepare reports and supporting documents for internal and external auditors.
• Monitor grants activity and oversee regulatory reporting as applicable.
• Supervise accounting staff and guide staff development and performance.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Supervisory experience

Excel

Word

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

MBA (preferred)

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the general ledgers of assigned Funds
• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure
• Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information (trial balance, bank reconciliations, various monthly reconciliations, audit schedules, etc.)
• Prepare reports and supporting documents for internal and external auditors
• Perform and coordinate timely monthly, quarterly and year end closings and ensure proper allocation of expenses to all Funds
• Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements; assisting with regulatory reporting as applicable
• Researching accounting issues for compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Supervise, train and monitor the performance of accounting staff; ensure duties are properly performed and employees are working toward common Fund goals
• Work with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year and monitor and advice on the progress to enhance the professional development of staff
• Collaborates with the other finance department managers to support overall department goals and objectives
• Support Management with special projects and workflow process improvements
• Handle personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc.
• Advises staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions
• Manage department resources and budget effectively; make recommendations to management for cost effective methods of accomplishing accounting functions
• Assist with fiscal grant management and budgeting
• Analyzes monthly grant activity, monitors grant spending reports and expenditures posted to assigned grant projects, and serves as liaison to FALC and other collaborating departments to ensure grants are being properly managed
• Assist in the review and preparation of the annual CHAR500, Directive 12, Form 5500, and Form 990 filings
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required; MBA preferred
• Minimum five (5) years of accounting experience with strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) required. Includes three years of experience in grants management or a closely related field, preferably in health care or higher education, with at least two years of supervisory experience required.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required. Knowledge of financial systems and enterprise software (Oracle) preferred.
• Experience with non-profit and Taft-Hartley Plan accounting principles and procedures
• Excellent critical thinking and analytical capabilities; strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain detailed records
• Ability to work independently, prioritize workflow to meet critical deadlines, and pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively manage, motivate, and supervise