Senior Accountant

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