Accounting Assistant Jobs in Stevenson Ranch, CA

Title:  Accounting Manager

Reports to: Senior Director of Finance

Program: 9003-Finance

Department: Admin

Location: Arlington Headquarters - 2116 Arlington Ave., Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90018 

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Status: Exempt (Salary), Full-Time, Management 

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Planning (403b), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), etc.

Openings: 1

SUMMARY 

The Accounting Manager is a service-minded professional and a part of the Finance Department who is responsible for supporting and supervising various aspects of accounting functions at The People Concern. This position reports to the Director of Accounting and will support the Finance Department by serving as the manager of the accounting team, will provide support for government and private audits, will assist in monitoring, preparing and/or performing general ledger entries, will oversee month-end close activities, will review and ensure the accuracy of balance sheet accounts, and review transactions for proper coding and classification. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage Accounts payables and finance administration functions by supervising the accounting team, reviewing work for accuracy, and providing training and guidance on proper coding and classifications
• Responsible for the full cycle of accounts payable process and data integrity. 
• Ensure that all accounts and cash-related documentation is systematically stored and safeguarded 
• Oversee the weekly check- run process and ensure staff follow the process in accordance with required internal controls and urgencies 
•  Assist with proper coding and classification of costs in accordance with policies and procedures
• Ensures the accuracy of transactions and allocations related to government contracts and private grants income and expenses
• Maintain quality controls associated with the AP process including credit card management systems and other third-party systems related to these functions
• Assist with managing the month-end closing process, ensuring timely closing and fiscal data accuracy.
• Assists in the preparation and management of contracts, grants and agency audits.
• Assists in the development of and implementation of accounting procedures; including recommending changes
• Update and maintain accounting forms such as check requests, petty cash, credit card, reimbursements mileage etc. 
• Performs and assists in the completion of bank accounts and agency credit cards reconciliations.
• Stays current with government regulations and assists with preparation and coordination of annual tax and 1099s filings.
•  duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered
•  3-5 years of experience working in a Finance Department in a supervisory role with a team of 4+ members with an understanding of accounting standards and principles.
• 3-5+ years’ experience performing non-profit accounting
• Experience with multiple non-profit accounting software solutions, especially QuickBooks Enterprise. 
• Ability to understand cost allocations and government grant requirements.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial systems best practices
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Software (Outlook, Work and Excel).  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.  
• Possesses problem solving and conflict resolution skills and exercises professional judgement. 
• Flexible, adaptable, and capable of working in a fast-paced, professional environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Primarily indoor office environment                                 
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend and occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds
• May necessitate working in busy and loud environments
• May be exposed to elements like cold, heat, dust, noise and odor
• May need to bend, stoop, twist, and sit throughout the day