K9s For Warriors is the nation's largest provider of service dogs to veterans suffering from the invisible wounds of war, such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Our unique, in-house program helps change the lives of American heroes by pairing them with a battle buddy, who was likely a rescue dog, and then teaching him or her to utilize that dog to mitigate the symptoms of their wounds. In order to continue the great work we are doing, we are in need of an Accounting Manager to join our amazing team! Role and Responsibilities The Accounting Manager provides both operational and programmatic financial support to K9s For Warriors, Inc. (the organization), and manages the Finance Department. Financial management includes managing the accounting function, and financial planning and analysis process, enforcement of internal control, monitor working capital and cash flows, and provide reporting and disclosure support. The Accounting Manager reports to and supports the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in strategic and tactical matters as they relate to budget management, cost-benefit analysis, and forecasting. Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Manage the month-end close process
- Review journal entries, supporting schedules, and account reconciliations for completeness and accuracy
- Prepare preliminary draft monthly financials and perform review procedures to ensure completeness and accuracy in accordance with GAAP
- Prepare the monthly financial statement package for review
- Prepare supporting schedules for internal and external financial statements
- Analyze information by developing spreadsheet reports and verifying information
- Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data
- Provide accounting support by reviewing financial information and obtaining supplementary information for financial statements and reports
- Provide financial and grant reporting support to comply with grant reporting requirements
- Monitor financial benchmarks and KPIs, and conduct periodic reporting of actual performance and trends
- Assist with the external financial audit and 990 reporting process
- Serve as backup to prepare and process the bi-weekly payroll, including coordinating with all departments regarding critical deadlines and approvals
- Assist with managing the corporate credit card system and expense report processes
- Serve as backup to upload positive pay files to the bank, and address any positive pay exception notices
- Assist in the annual budget development process, and monitoring of progress with budget to actual reports and investigate significant variances
- Provide support for project/grant budgets, financial planning, and forecasting
- Ability to identify and recommend process improvements and efficiencies
- Support accounting, general ledger, operations functions, and systems to ensure timeliness and accuracy
- Drive best financial practices within the organization by developing and maintaining standard operating procedures
- Generate periodic reports as necessary to monitor, evaluate, and optimize cash flow and liquidity
- Assist in the coordination of licensing requirements and state charitable registrations
- Assist in the filing of annual 1099s
- Assist with local, state and federal government reporting requirements, audits and tax filings
- Ensure organization meets critical regulatory requirements and financial compliance benchmarks
- Develop and foster strong working relationships with bankers, investment/insurance/benefit advisors, auditors and consultants
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations
- Stay current on new developments and trends in the financial and non-profit industry by attending conferences and participating in professional development opportunities
- Provide coaching and constructive feedback to junior members of the Finance team
- Provide accounting and clerical support to the accounting department
- Communicate with employees, vendors, consumers who have financial inquiries. Must be able to exchange accurate information
- Accurately prepare and maintain accounting documents and records to support transactions
- Research, track and resolve accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies
- Establish and compile reports/summaries related to areas of responsibility
- Conduct assigned tasks in accordance with established accounting standards, procedures and applicable laws
- Mindset for continuous learning and training
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution
- At least five years of experience in the accounting industry, preferably non-profit
- At least 2-3 years of team management experience in finance
- At least three years public accounting audit experience preferred
- An MBA or Master's in finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred
- CPA designation preferred
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Technical and professional expertise required to do the job effectively, solve problems, apply judgment, and demonstrate competent performance.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Excellent time management skills and deadline oriented
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Analytical and research skills
- Confidentiality and professional ethics
- Strategic planning, resource allocation and operations methods.
- Strong knowledge of risks management and internal controls
Core Competencies
- Attention to Detail
- Cooperation
- Focus on Quality
- Integrity
- Problem Analysis
- Self-Development
- Workmanship