Senior Project Accountant

Job Description

Position Title: Senior Project Accountant

Department: Finance

Reports to: Director of Finance

Employment Status: Full-time

FSLA Status: Exempt

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 annually

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Project Accountant is responsible for analyzing and recording assigned transactions in the general ledger as well as preparing schedules and account reconciliations. The position conducts award analysis, prepares financial reports, assists in coordination of monthly and yearly closes, and reviews supporting documentation to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and funder requirements. The Senior Project Accountant works closely with the other members of the finance team to streamline financial tasks and processes.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Analyze assigned transactions and ensure proper recording in the general ledger.

Prepare financial reports for assigned awards (grants and contracts) in line with funder requirements.

Collaborate with the leadership team on implementation of cost-recovery models and make suggestions for improvements.

Review documentation for assigned transactions to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and funder rules and regulations.

Perform reconciliations of assigned project and general ledger accounts.

Create and maintain general ledger account schedules.

Analyze assigned contracts and grant agreements to ensure compliance with award requirements and funder rules and regulations.

Assist with developing and updating financial tracking and analysis tools.

Field questions and provide training to program colleagues to empower them to manage financial aspects of their programs.

Coordinate expense allocations among various programs.

Assist with streamlining financial tasks and processes.

Process biweekly payroll and ensure supporting documentation is saved in the system.

Assist in coordination of monthly and yearly closes.

Support annual audit, internal reviews, and 990 preparation.

Contribute towards a culture of continuous learning and process improvement.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

Experience applying US GAAP to ensure proper accounting treatment of transactions.

Advanced general ledger reconciliation skills.

Experience with streamlining tasks and processes.

Demonstrated advanced Excel skills.

Knowledge of rules and regulations that apply to diverse funding sources, such as governmental, foundation, and corporate.

Experience with financial software applications, such as Intacct and Bill.com.

Strong organizational skills that reflect an ability to seamlessly perform and prioritize multiple tasks with excellent attention to detail.

Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with colleagues.

Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.

Ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related fields.

A minimum of 3 years of experience in non-profit accounting.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

BENEFITS

Interfaith Works offers a comprehensive benefits package for its employees. Employees receive 14 paid holidays and 21 days of PTO. Benefits for full-time employees, those who work 30 hours per week or more, include access to subsidized medical, dental, and vision costs for employees and their families; employer paid long-term disability insurance as well as life and AD&D insurance. Employees have the option to purchase supplemental benefits that are fully portable, including short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, and more. All employees regardless of full or part time status have access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to them.NOTE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

Interfaith Works is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to a continued focus on equitable hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We are a drug free workplace and comply with ADA regulations, as applicable.

Part-time