Senior Accountant

outh Carolina United Methodist Conference; New England (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to maintain the general ledger, perform account reconciliations, and prepare financial reports. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA certification preferred, and 5-10 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and organizational skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word are essential. This role involves minimal travel within the New England area.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in account analysis, reconciliation and financial reporting is required.
• Ability to travel 5-15% within the New England Conference is required.
• Knowledge of the structure and polity of The United Methodist Church is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all aspects of the general ledger (GL).
• Complete monthly account reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly reports and statements on a timely basis.
• Manage expense reimbursement process.
• Run daily bank transaction reports and prepare deposits.

Skills

Account analysis

Financial reporting

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience with accounting software

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

The New England Conference is excited to announce a search for a Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant will work under the supervision of the Controller and will be responsible for performing basic accounting duties such as analyzing accounts, records, ledgers, and reports for accuracy and validity. This role prepares or assists in the preparation of various financial reports requiring initiative and investigative skills as well as assisting with accounts payables, accounts receivables, and payroll functions.

Primary Roles:
Maintains all aspects of the general ledger (GL) including but not limited to account payable, accounts receivable, cash management and payroll.
Completes monthly account reconciliations, as assigned.
Prepares monthly reports and statements on a timely basis.
Manages expense reimbursement process as assigned.
Runs daily bank transaction reports, balances cash daily, and prepares deposits.
Day-to-day support of GL management as directed by Controller.
Collaborates with Controller on improving systems to increase efficiency and scalability of accounting function (e.g., accounts payable and expense reimbursement solutions).
Manages and reconciles general ledger accounts.
Prepares reports and statements.
Processes all transactions following the organization’s internal control policies.
Ensures the proper handling of receipts and deposits of funds in the bank account.
Ensures journal entries are properly keyed and applicable supporting documentation is attached to transactions.
Performs other tasks as assigned by the Controller and Chief Financial Officer.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
CPA certification preferred.
5 to 10 years of experience in account analysis, reconciliation and financial reporting is required.
Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel and Word required.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills.
Ability to travel 5-15% within the New England Conference is required.
Knowledge of the structure and polity of The United Methodist Church is strongly desired.
Nonprofit experience is helpful.

The New England Conference of the United Methodist Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities. All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully completing background, reference, and other applicable checks.

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