Accounting Manager (Sample)

United Way of Southwestern Indiana, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Atlanta, Georgia, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead month-end and year-end close processes and prepare financial reports. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in accounting, at least 8-15 years of experience in general ledger accounting, and knowledge of US GAAP. The role involves collaborating with operational departments and external vendors, solving problems, and an understanding of government and commercial contracts. CPA certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-15 years of general ledger accounting experience.
• Experience with Government and Commercial Contracts is required.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial reports for senior operations personnel.
• Assist with year-end financial audit.

Skills

Knowledge of US GAAP

Excel proficiency

Problem-solving

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Major ERP Financial Management system

Job description

Use your outstanding accounting skills to manage the close process for the Company. Join a talented team of financial professionals and work directly under the supervision of the Controller. This Accounting Manager will also perform a variety of other accounting activities (listed below) in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Take the lead in the month-end and year-end close, including creating and entering journal entries and performing general ledger account analysis
• Manage indirect cost reports and submissions
• Prepare monthly financial reports for senior operations personnel
• Oversee and prepare month-end customer invoices
• Prepare Balance Sheet Reconciliations
• Fixed Asset Accounting
• Assist with the year-end financial audit
• Assist with development of the annual budget
• Manage state filing and registration process
• Sales and Property Tax Return preparation
• Perform special projects as assigned by Controller
• Occasional travel required (<25%)

Required Experience

• Working knowledge of US GAAP required
• Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of Excel and Word experience required
• Experience with a major ERP Financial Management system required, experience with Costpoint preferred
• Ability to collaborate professionally with operational department and external vendors
• Must be a problem solver
• Experience with Government and Commercial Contracts required
• Experience in a Job Cost Accounting environment strongly preferred
• Revenue recognition

Education or Equivalent Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• Minimum 8-15 years general ledger accounting experience
• CPA preferred