Senior Accountant

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Chief Financial Officer, the Senior Accountant is responsible for the management of assigned accounting tasks for the organization and oversees the Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) team. The Senior Accountant supports several essential functions for the organization including fixed assets, general and cost accounting, month-end closing, and budgeting.

Essential Functions

Accounts Receivable & Payable Management:

• Supervise and provide guidance to the AR and AP teams, ensuring efficient and accurate transaction processing.
• Ensures assigned staff accuracy and performance standards are met, conducts performance reviews and offers regular coaching and feedback to staff.
• Ensures team communication is effective and professional
• Oversee invoicing, billing, and cash application processes to maintain positive cash flow and minimize outstanding receivables.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reimbursements.
• Maintain relationships with key vendors, contractors and customers to address payment or collection issues.
• Review and approve payment runs, ensuring compliance with company policies and contractual obligations.
• Participates in assigned workgroups or teams, as assigned.
  
  

Operational Accounting

• Maintenance of chart of accounts in NetSuite
• Processing journal entries as directed by Chief Financial Officer
• Maintenance of fixed asset schedule for the organization
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Support external audits by providing documentation and reconciliations.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accounting processes
• Provide support to agency administration for all accounting functions executed at the agency level
  
  

Cost Accounting

• Maintain and enhance the cost accounting system to accurately allocate costs and expenses across different programs and departments
• Assist in the development and implementation of cost control measures and performance
  
  

Budgeting

• Assist with the development of the annual master budget for Apace
• Support the budgeting process by providing financial data and preparing budget-related reports.
  
  

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and relevant financial regulations.
• Provide guidance to accounting and administrative staff on accounting compliance and company processes.
  
  

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics or related field.
• Applicable work experience may be substituted for degree completion
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and financial reporting.
• The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and education.
• Proficiency with using MS Excel for financial reporting and data analysis.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field
• Experience with accounting and payroll software including NetSuite and Paylocity
• Knowledge of governmental (GASB) and non-profit accounting standards.
• Work experience directly related to governmental accounting