Accounting Director

We are a looking for a dynamic leader for our accounting department who will steward the success of our team. The Director of Accounting will be responsible for all accounting, audit, compliance, and processes, ensuring the ongoing success of the department. We are looking for someone passionate about the non-profit sector with a strong background in managing different revenue streams for a non-profit.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead Accounting and Gift Processing teams in the execution of day-to-day financial operations of the organization, including directing the monthly closing process ensuring it is completed timely and accurately
• Prepare, review and analyze interim financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Actively participate and advise in all accounting matters, including those that relate to new community impact initiatives such the Affordable Housing Initiative (AHI) and Women’s Investment Network (WIN-LA), etc.
• Review and approve all accounts payable transactions ensuring timely payment of expenses and proper recording against budgets
• Participate in the preparation of the annual operating budget and annual funding budget
• Manage contract financial review process, including analysis for improvements to minimize Organization’s business risk
• Ensure proper internal controls exist throughout the Organization to safeguard company assets
• Direct and lead our annual financial statement audit and form 990 with assistance from VP, Finance.
• Build relationships with and serve as primary contact for external auditors and tax team
• Prepare agendas and meeting materials for the Audit and Investment Committee meetings
• Lead administrative and compliance requirements for the organization’s pension plan, including preparing and reviewing annual census data, annual audit and Form 5500, and pension distributions to participants
• Manage other compliance requirements, such as insurance renewals, solicitation permits and reports, and other government required compliance reports
• Oversee and manage the recording and accounting of Revenue Processing teams
• Manage and coordinate all interactions and activities related to donations of stock, including partnering with internal and external partners to ensure proper recording
• Oversee unapplied (suspense) items process to ensure all items are resolved within 15 day
• Manage the day-to-day implementation of Sage Intacct and Microsoft CRM software
• Lead the development and documentation of process improvements for both manual and automated accounting processes
• Enhance and/or develop, implement, and enforce organizational financial policies and procedures and maximize utilization of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness
• Mentor and coach a diverse team of Accounting and Gift Processing professionals to grow skillsets, support individual professional development goals, and inspire team members to both lead and follow
• Provide direct but respectful constructive feedback in real-time and during formal review periods to elevate team performance, maintain accountability, and reach goals
• Be prepared to back up the functions of the accounting team when staff are out of the office

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required
• CPA license required
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or audit is required; experience at CPA firm, experience in banking, lending, loan processing, corporate finance, real estate investments, or related areas strongly preferred
• Minimum 3 years of experience supervising and developing direct reports
• Intermediate excel skills required
• Experience with accounting systems such as Microsoft Dynamics SL, Sage Intacct or Microsoft CRM required
• You enjoy a hybrid environment that includes both in-person and remote work styles and are able to work from our DTLA office on Tuesdays and Thursdays
• You are able to provide documentation of your status as fully vaccinated with primary series of COVID-19 vaccine upon being hired.
• You understand the value of racial equity as an organizational operating principle and are committed to continued learning on issues related to race, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• You stay calm under pressure and are committed to doing what it takes to meet tight deadlines when necessary.
• You know how to manage a team in a way that holds everyone accountable while also identifying opportunities to provide guidance, feedback and mentorship.

Benefits

• The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 403(b) plan, pension, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, paid holidays, and paid time off.