Senior Accountant

Metropolitan Ministries; Tampa, Orlando, Alamogordo (FL, FL, NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to play a crucial role in managing financial operations. This position involves overseeing accounts payable and receivable, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, and supporting the organization's mission to help the homeless community. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent interpersonal skills, and a passion for service. Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the lives of those in need, and enjoy a supportive work environment with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Health, vision, and dental coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401K plan with employer match

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement program

Discounted YMCA membership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• 3-5 years of experience in high volume accounting environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls.
• Assist with annual external audit preparation.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Accounts Payable Management

Accounts Receivable Management

Payroll Processing

General Ledger Management

Interpersonal Skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Concur

Job description

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

About Us:

• If you're looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer:

* Salary: $60,000 - $65,000

* Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.

* Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.

* PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees.

* 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.

* Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match.

* $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.

* Employee Assistance Program

* Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.

* Tuition reimbursement program

* Training and career development.

* Discounted membership at the YMCA.

Job Functions:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring compliance with internal controls and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts receivable:

1. Ensure that cash receipts are entered accurately and timely.
2. Ensure that customer invoices are processed accurately and timely.
3. Review A/R aging report monthly for accuracy, past due amounts, and days of open invoices. Work with A/R staff and department staff to resolve discrepancies. Prepare adjusting entries for any discrepancies.

• Manage Accounts Payable:

1. Ensure that vendor invoices are coded correctly and processed timely.
2. Reviewing A/P invoice batches selected for payment.
3. Prepare NACHA file once check run is approved.
4. Prepare and upload Positive Pay file to bank after each check run. Ensure compliance with organizational and accounting standards.
5. Review A/P aging report monthly for accuracy, past due amounts, and days of open old balances. Work with A/P staff to resolve discrepancies. Create adjusting entries for any discrepancies.
6. Prepare and review Form 1099's reports for accuracy and completeness to ensure timely review and e-file by the Assistant Controller.
7. Create and maintain vendor records. Ensure that vendor records are accurate and complete.

• Payroll:

1. Manage and process Expense reports in Concur.
2. Serve as backup for payroll processing as needed.

• Review and upload credit card transactions to the financial system. Reconcile all credit card statements monthly.
• Manage general ledger and assist with month-end and year-end close processes. Prepare journal entries as assigned.
• Maintain a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual for accounts payable and receivable. Review with Accounting Manager quarterly.
• Assist with the annual external audit. Prepare requested materials. Assist the Accounting Manager with the preparation of assigned schedules.
• Support the Holiday Center Operation as directed.
• Support the team in other tasks as assigned.
• Meets personal goals and actively contributes to the achievement of team and organizational targets/goals.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required with at least 3-5 years' experience in high volume and fast-paced environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Skills Requirements:

Must be able to work within a multi-disciplinary team framework; dependability; demonstrates maturity and sensitivity to issues of faith, culture, and other sources of diversity; confidentiality of customer information; ability to handle job related matters in a professional and diplomatic manner.

Requires heart for ministry and comfort working with poor and homeless families and individuals. Requires understanding of poverty, a high degree of maturity, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with low socio-economic and diverse populations facing crisis situations in a professional and diplomatic manner. Knowledge of community resources available to homeless population.

Physical Requirements:

Hearing and speaking ability which allows effective oral communication of information; physical, emotional, and spiritual stamina to handle job-related issues and stress.

Other:

Must demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Must pass applicable pre-employment background screening procedures.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 813-209-1083 or via email at [e-mail]