Senior Accountant

4 Months ago • 5-7 Years
Account Management

Job Description

The Senior Accountant will oversee general accounting functions, providing monthly financial analysis and reports to leadership and department heads, leading the capital requisition process, and guiding the annual audit process. The role requires a strong background in accounting, with a preference for a CPA designation and knowledge of tax regulations. The candidate must demonstrate an ability to improve processes and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. This includes leading the monthly close process, preparing and reviewing general ledger entries, performing account reconciliations, preparing and filing tax returns, managing capital expenditure requests, working with other departments, participating in special projects, and coordinating the annual audit.
Good To Have:
  • CPA designation preferred
  • Experience with church or ministry organizations preferred
  • Experience with Sage Intacct and Prophix is a plus
  • Strong people skills with a collaborative mindset
Must Have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
  • 5 - 7 years of accounting and/or audit experience
  • Strong knowledge of tax regulations and compliance is beneficial
  • Proficiency in accounting software and strong Microsoft Excel skills
  • Ability to perform high quality, detailed work with minimum supervision within assigned deadlines
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team. The Senior Accountant oversees the general accounting functions, provides monthly financial analysis and reports to leadership and ministry/department heads, leads the capital requisition process, and guides the annual audit process. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, preferably with a CPA designation and knowledge of tax regulations. A demonstrated ability to improve processes and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness is essential.

JOB DUTIES:

  • Lead the monthly close process, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled in a timely manner.
  • Prepare and/or review general ledger entries accurately and timely.
  • Perform and/or review reconciliations of various accounts within the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal policies and GAAP.
  • Prepare and file sales and use tax returns in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Manage capital expenditure requests and construction project reporting.
  • Work closely with other departments to provide reports, financial insights, and support. 
  • Participating in special projects and help develop and maintain financial systems and policies.
  • Coordinate annual audit between finance team and external auditing firm.
  • Participate in other “life of the church” events, such as Infuse, Christmas, and Easter. 
  • Be available for occasional, flexible work schedule for after-hours or weekend assignments.

EDUCATION / LICENSES:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA designation preferred.

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE:

  • 5 - 7 years of accounting and/or audit experience, with a focus on church or ministry organizations preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of tax regulations and compliance is beneficial.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and strong Microsoft Excel skills; experience with Sage Intacct and Prophix is a plus.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to perform high quality, detailed work with minimum supervision within assigned deadlines.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Strong people skills with a collaborative mindset and ability work across teams.
  • Proven record of identifying and implementing process improvements.

JOB SPECS: 

Classification: Full-time Salary (Exempt)

Reporting to: Finance Associate Director

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