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Full Job Description
The Accounting Manager is responsible for efficiency and effective
returns on financial assets by establishing/monitoring financial
policies, procedures, controls and reporting systems. This position
ensures legal and regulatory compliance for all accounting and
financial reporting functions. This individual will oversee accounting
daily operations and take responsibility for accounts
payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, budgeting, forecasting,
account reconciliation, fixed assets, risk management and administrate
the small business subcontracting program.
This
position leads the Finance Department and staff and directly reports
to the Vice President
Salary:
Depends on Experience (DOE)
Primary Duties
and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
- Responsible for providing a safe and
positive teamwork environment in support of the organization’s
objectives, mission and core values to provide employment
opportunities for individuals with significant disabilities. - Follow all applicable laws, regulatory compliance and collaborates
with HR and senior leadership to monitor and enforce accounting
requirements. - Responsible for assisting and guiding the
financial decisions by establishing, monitoring and enforcing policies
and procedures; Manages budgets and controls expenses effectively;
protects assets by establishing, monitoring and enforcing internal
controls to limit risk and maximize returns. - Provides status
of financial condition of the organization to key stakeholders by
collecting, interpreting and reporting key financial data. - Ensures compliance with federal, state and local legal
requirements by researching existing and new legislation, consulting
with outside advisors and filing financial reports. - Advises
management of actions and potential risk and arranges for audits as
required. - Assists with setting the procurement and contract
negotiation process for new and renewal of contracts and works with
the leadership team to develop contract proposal development. - Collaborates with the leadership team to track, review and
evaluate contract performance and to recommend refinements and
improvements; Participates in contract site visits . - Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, developing and
appraising staff effectively; also makes recommendations to hire other
members of the team; Consults with Human Resources as needed and on a
timely basis. - Represent the organization with customers, key
stakeholders, and business partners; establishes and maintains
on-going customer relationships with various parties - Continually updates job knowledge by participating in conferences
and educational opportunities; reads professional publications;
maintains personal networks; participates in professional
organizations and represents the organization in the community. - Participates on committees and special projects and seeks
additional responsibilities; represents the organization as required,
including attendance at community and industry events and public
meetings.
Qualifications and Requirements
Skills/Abilities and Knowledge Required
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing in
a clear and concise manner - Ability to effectively delegate
and develop team members - Ability to maintain confidentiality
of information - Ability to manage time effectively and handle
both internal and external conflicts - Ability to make
decisions and solve problems while working under pressure - Detail oriented and strong interpersonal/organizational skills
- Strong Business Acumen
- Strong knowledge of local,
state and federal employment laws and procedures - Strong
knowledge of wage and hour laws - Strong Knowledge of
applicable accounting and payroll software (e.g., Sage 100/200);
invoicing - Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Package (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
Education, Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related
field; Preferred: CPA / Master’s Degree in related field - 5
years relevant work and leadership experience in a multi-location
environment - Experience working with Sage Intacct Software
- Experience with UltiPro or other comparable HRIS systems
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
- Ambitious and target focused with a drive to
succeed - Experience in leading high performing teams
- Experience in contract negotiations and regulatory laws
- Experience in Affirmative Action Plans and AbilityOne Program
- Experience in working with Community Agencies and/or
individuals with disabilities preferred
Physical Requirements
While performing
the duties of this job individuals will sit for long periods of time
working in front of a computer; lift or move objects weighting up to
20 pounds.
Work Environment
This job
operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely
uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers,
phones, and smartphones.
Position Classification and
Expected Hours of Work
This is an Exempt full-time
position; Work schedule may require some long hours and weekends
depending on current project.
Equal Opportunity
Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The
contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate
against employees or applicants because they have inquired about,
discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee
or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation
information of other employees or applicants as a part of their
essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or
applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to
compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to
a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation,
proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted
by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to
furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Management
