Accounting Manager

Description

The following statements are meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

Position Purpose and Summary

The Accounting Manager supports the Director of Finance and the Chief Financial Officer in developing and implementing the financial, strategic and operational goals for the Sorority. The Accounting Manager will establish and report the organization’s financial status by monitoring the systems for collecting, analyzing and verifying financial information, producing financial statements and managing the accounting staff. As a member of the Finance management team, the Accounting Manager will be an advisor to National Headquarters department heads, assisting them with coding expenses and maintaining the chart of accounts for the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Ensures compliance with appropriate Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulatory requirements.

• Ensures the consistent implementation of policies and procedures that impact financial and accounting functions.

• Implements and maintains accounting and reporting systems that will accurately record the financial activity of the organization and enable timely reports of the activity.

• Controls the General Ledger and month-end close processes.

• Prepares audit-ready financial reports.

• Provides accounting controls by maintaining the chart of accounts and all modifications.

• Oversees, reviews and posts journal entry activity.

• Manages accounting staff.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting. Master’s degree in accounting or business administration, preferred.

• Possess one or more of the following credentials, preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and/or Certified Management Accountant (CMA).

• Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of current experience in the following functional areas: finance, accounting, auditing and internal controls, preferably in a sizeable corporate or not-for-profit environment.

• Ability to prioritize, negotiate and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.

• Possess good stewardship in the interests of the organization.

• Ability to manage shifting short-term and long-term priorities simultaneously.

• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multi-phased projects with precision and flexibility.

• Possess demonstrated business acumen, proven negotiation skills, creative problem solving and excellent interpersonal communication skills.

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demanding deadlines, potential long hours and ability to work weekends during peak seasons while exercising tact and diplomacy.

• Must be able to travel as necessary for major events where staff participation is required.

• Relocation assistance is not available. Must reside within a 50-mile radius of National Headquarters within six (6) months of start date.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

The ADA prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodation, communications and governmental activities. The ADA also prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, hiring, firing, advancement, compensation, job training and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, 401(k) retirement plan and paid leave