Senior Accounting Manager

About the role

The Center provides targeted programs and services to the full diversity of the San Diego LGBTQ+ community. The mission is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities for the betterment of our entire San Diego region.

Primary roles & responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle transactional accounting, including month-end and year-end closings, Accounts receivable/payable, General ledger, Fixed assets accounting, and Revenue recognition and related reconciliations.
• Ensure all deposit/receipt activity is recorded accurately and promptly in the financial system. Coordinate with the Database Manager and Development Team.
• Utilize Blackbaud Financial Edge for accounting functions, maintaining accurate financial records and documentation.
• Correct discrepancies in financial entries, review accounts payable, and manage bank and credit card account reconciliations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to support The Center's mission and strategic goals.
• Assist with the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports, when needed.
• Aid in budgeting and forecasting activities; perform variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including timely filing of various reports, certifications, and annual 1099 Form issuance.
• Support external audits, including retirement plan audits, and tax preparation processes.
• Mentor and supervise Accounts Payable Specialist and Accounting Clerk; plans schedule, trains, and reviews work.
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and internal controls.

Leadership skills

• Maintain flexibility and composure in a versatile work environment with evolving work situations.
• Assume responsibility, address problems, and exercise independent judgment when making decisions and interacting with diverse personalities and populations.
• Apply various organizational skills to prioritize workload effectively, satisfy deadlines, and work on multiple concurrent tasks.

Required qualifications

• Education/Experience: 5 years of work experience as a Senior Accountant or similar role; five or more years of experience in the accounting or finance field.
• Professional Skills: Strong knowledge of GAAP principles and financial reporting standards. Strong understanding of month-end and year-end closing processes. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and analysis. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to track and report on goals.
• Personal Skills: Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Technology Skills: Proficiency in Financial Edge or other accounting software required. Highly proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English.

Preferred qualifications

• Education/Experience: Financial and operations management experience with a not-for-profit organization is preferred. Experience with grant accounting preferred. Supervisory experience strongly preferred.

Compensation & benefits

Compensation: The hiring range for this position is $75,000 - $80,000 and is commensurate with experience. This is a Full-Time Regular Exempt position.

Benefits: The CENTER offers a robust benefits package, inclusive of Competitive Pay Scales, 401(k) Retirement Plan (with company match), Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Chiropractic Health Coverage, Out-of-Pocket Optional Coverage for Spouses, Domestic Partners, and Dependent Children, Group Term Life Insurance, Full-time and Part-Time Schedules, Generous Vacation, and Holiday Benefits, Professional Training & Development Experiences, Opportunities for Promotion & Advancement