Associate Director of Accounting

About the role

The Associate Director of Accounting at Avenue 360 Health and Wellness is responsible for performing highly specialized accounting work required to maintain the organization's general ledger. Reporting to the Controller, this position oversees and coordinates the daily activities of the accounting staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily accounting activities required to maintain Avenue 360’s general ledger.
• Supervises, directs, and reviews the work of the accounting staff (including, but not limited to, cash reconciliations, check runs, accounts receivable transactions, fixed asset activity, payroll, accounts payable transactions, debt activity, recording of revenue and expenses, etc.).
• Maintains organized sets of detailed records and files to document financial transactions.
• Resolves complex accounting issues or assists other Avenue 360 personnel in resolving financial issues.
• Reviews all vendor invoices for accuracy and approves for payment before sending on to the Accounts Payable Analyst.
• Reviews general ledger monthly to ensure accuracy of posting.
• Captures monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, and annual audit.
• Compiles monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and ad hoc financial reports.
• Aid in preparing financial documents such as business reports, financial forecasts, and statements to understand the financial state of the business.
• Make and implement recommendations to improve accounting processes and procedures.
• Exercise initiative and sound judgment and react with discretion under varying conditions.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Master degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration highly preferred.
• A strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and experience with non-profit accounting principles and procedures is required.
• Ability to develop and establish financial policies and procedures, work independently with little supervision, and effectively direct and supervise is required.
• Knowledge of operating and capital budget concepts and ability to analyze financial data and to prepare accurate reports in a timely fashion is required.
• Must have knowledge of policies and practices associated with payroll and benefits administration, personnel policies and procedures, and be able to use a personal computer and software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to maintain detailed records, communicate effectively both written and verbally, and ability to work effectively under stressful conditions is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Master degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration highly preferred.
• A strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and experience with non-profit accounting principles and procedures is required.
• Ability to develop and establish financial policies and procedures, work independently with little supervision, and effectively direct and supervise is required.
• Knowledge of operating and capital budget concepts and ability to analyze financial data and to prepare accurate reports in a timely fashion is required.
• Must have knowledge of policies and practices associated with payroll and benefits administration, personnel policies and procedures, and be able to use a personal computer and software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to maintain detailed records, communicate effectively both written and verbally, and ability to work effectively under stressful conditions is required.