Accounting Manager

About the Role

This position involves managing and overseeing key accounting functions to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Enter and review journal entries for accuracy and appropriateness.
• Prepare and analyze journal activity for month-end close and account reconciliation.
• Reconcile and review assigned General Ledger accounts.
• Regularly review posting of journal entries, accounts receivable, and accounts payable to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain tracking systems to ensure timely completion and reporting of accounting tasks.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing processes efficiently and accurately.
• Work with the Controller and Revenue Cycle Manager to ensure program revenue is recognized in accordance with accounting standards, including establishing controls and processes for billing and revenue accruals.
• Assist external auditors in examining accounting records.
• Provide coverage for specific, assigned functions within the accounting department.
• Supervise and guide the Accounting team.
• Maintain the General Ledger Chart of Accounts.
• Utilize software to create reports, documents, and fiscal documentation for reconciliation and reporting.
• Work with the Assistant Controller and Lease Accountant to maintain a database of company leases and record leases in accordance with ASC 842.
• Ensure expenses are within budget guidelines and notify management of discrepancies.
• Complete and/or review all tax filings on a timely basis.
• Prepare and review General Ledger reports to verify source entry accuracy.
• Prepare and review budgets to ensure costs are associated with legitimate program activity.
• Analyze financial data and utilize systems to maintain proper fiscal information flow from entry to reporting.
• Collaborate on a team to develop internal systems for accurate, efficient, and high-quality accounting processes.
• Train team members in areas of operational competency to ensure coverage.
• Maintain professional relationships with payers, vendors, community support service representatives, and external agencies.
• Provide support to internal staff in understanding and analyzing General Ledger financial data.

Requirements

• B.A. or B.S. in Accounting; CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive General Ledger experience at a Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager level.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively via telephone, writing, and speaking.
• Proficiency in reading, typing, and numerical manipulation.
• Ability to sit for long periods, navigate stairs, and lift up to 20 lbs.
• Experience working with minimal direct supervision and using computers.
• Ability to understand technical written material.
• Capability to obtain valid CPR/First Aid certification.
• Full awareness of environmental stimuli.