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Salary : $k / yr – $ / yr
Location : Los Angeles
Organization Overview
Founded in , Brilliant Corners provides innovative housing and housing-related services to California’s most vulnerable individuals, with an emphasis on those transitioning from, or at risk of, homelessness or institutionalization
We develop, own and manage multi-family supportive housing and licensed residential care homes, and implement a broad array of scattered-site, one-on-one supportive housing, and clinical case management programs through partnerships with developmental services, homeless services, veterans’ services, and health care sectors
In short, we do good work
We have offices statewide and are growing daily We are looking for inspired, talented people who want to be part of a team that’s affecting profound change and is having fun doing it
Department Summary
Brilliant Corners seeks a highly qualified and motivated individual to be part of the accounting services team of a rapidly growing housing nonprofit managing a diverse array of government-funded supportive housing properties and service programs
This position requires professional level accounting work in the areas of accounting, auditing of financial transactions and financial contract administration;
examines, analyzes, maintains, reconciles, and verifies complex financial records; prepares mandated state, federal and county financial reports
Primary responsibilities require the ongoing monitoring of corporate fund statements for erroneous issues and resolution of accounting problems / errors, preparation of timely invoices for disbursement of grant / contract funds;
support budget production for corporate and grants & contracts; and functioning as liaison internally as well as externally for all corporate cost centers
Position Summary
The Senior Accountant will report directly to the Accounting Manager and will work closely with a team of accountants The candidate is required to maintain a collaborative working relationship with Brilliant Corners Managers and other related personnel
Successful performance of the work requires considerable knowledge of accounting principles as well as GAAP and the ability to exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines
Position Responsibilities
Responsible for cost accounting including recording payroll transactions, and vetting Labor Allocations, Shared Cost Allocation templates
Supervise and train Staff Accountants and Budget Analysts as needed
Provide support and lead ad hoc projects as it relates to cost accounting as needed
Maintain Amazon business accounts, liaise with internal and external stakeholders and needed to operate account with internal control
Provide support for fiscal year org-wide budget season, public grants budget process as well as budget amendments
Participates in the ongoing development and improvement of financial systems
Responsible for corporate monthly close of all corporate cost centers, ensuring that internal and external monthly reporting is timely and accurate
Responsible for Brilliant Corners’ corporate audit schedules (corporate balance sheet accounts, federal awards, restricted gifts, and grants receivable)
Responsible for financial administration of program-based monthly, quarterly and annual billing and reporting
Responsible for financial administration of concurrent grants both public and private with various payment methods, compliance and reporting requirements and deadlines
Extract accounting data to facilitate the timely billing and collection of grant receivables, verifying compliance and accuracy
Assist in the financial closeout process of completed projects and ensures that all pending financial issues are resolved and necessary information is provided
Assist in the pledge accounting process and reconciliation to development records Prepare reporting on restricted & unrestricted funds for departments, and for management to track the availably and utilization of funds
Record inter-entity transactions; and analyze and track true ups of other entities due to Brilliant Corners
Process deposits as needed Provide answers to deposit inquiries
Maintain AR Aging write off schedule as needed
Provide cash projections and other AR Aging and various reporting as needed
Cross train with other senior accountants to support as needed
Other duties as assigned by Finance team leadership
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or three years full cycle non-profit fund accounting experience
Thorough understanding of GAAP requirements
Analytical and detail oriented yet able to look at the whole picture to meet deadlines
Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple priorities and function independently and as a team member
High degree of discretion and excellent judgment
Excellent interpersonal and business communication skills, both written and verbal and strict adherence to confidentiality
Understanding of concepts, principles and practices of funding agency relations and compliance requirements as well as donor expectations regarding gift stewardship
Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, databases, etc)
Ability and willingness to contribute to the high functioning of the Finance Team
Sensitivity to homeless people and the issues of homelessness and recovery, and ability to work with people from diverse educational and personal backgrounds
Core Competencies
Problem Solving : Uses critical thinking to creatively investigate issues from diverse perspectives Makes evidence-based recommendations addressing short and long-term needs
Managing & Measuring Work : Sets clear objectives, monitors progress, and provides feedback to ensure accuracy and quality
Assigns responsibilities clearly and employs strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues and solutions
Functional / Technical Skills : Possesses the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment
Org Values
Humanity : Putting people first : We are committed to meeting people where they’re at, honoring their dignity, diversity, and experience
Community : Building a better future : Sustainable housing solutions are fostered through partnership, collaboration, and human connection
Ingenuity : Innovating for transformation : Systems-change requires relentless determination, thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo
Salary range for this position is $, $, annually This position is being offered at $, $, annually
Brilliant Corners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations
These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services
We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
Retirement Plan (With % Match)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
Hybrid Work
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