PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Directs and coordinates the accounting functions of the organization.
- Oversees financial close of periods and preparation of financial statements, and prepares and distributes budget vs. actual performance reports to Council leadership staff.
- Maintains control over the general ledger and accounting information systems
- Assists with the annual budgeting process
- Serves as lead during the annual external audit and ensures timely resolution of audit requests and findings.
- Prepares and files annual 990 non-profit tax return and oversees other tax-related filings, such as unrelated business income tax and sales tax.
- Supervises reconciliation of general ledger and operating accounts
- Processes payroll.
- Provides technical support for both internal and external users of council’s financial data.
- Maximizes the efficient use of information and technology.
- Assists Chief Financial Officer in maintaining internal controls to assure sound fiscal responsibility.
- Partners with Chief Financial Officer to develop new processes and procedures for improved efficiency throughout the Council.
- Provides direction and support services for all accounting department functions including accounts receivable and accounts payable, product sales, and retail sales.
- Provides training in accounting systems as needed.
- Participates in supervisory conferences and staff meetings and attends council meetings as assigned.
- Keeps Chief Financial Officer informed on current status and progress of work assigned.
- Performs other assignments as directed by the Chief Financial Officer.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 3 to 5 years accounting experience required.
- Knowledge of, and/or working experience in accounting systems, financial reporting, and auditing.
- Supervisory experience.
- Experience with 990 non-profit tax return preferred.
- Proficiency with GL accounting, banking, cash management, A/R, A/P, month end journal entries and statements, payroll entries, interest, reconciliation, accruals, depreciation, prepaid, allocations, year-end processes, collections and reporting.
- Experience with Sage 100 or similar software is preferred.
- Willingness to take training as needed or assigned.
- Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to deal courteously with the public.
- Knowledge and acceptance of beliefs and principles of the Girl Scout movement; willing to register as a member of Girl Scouts of the USA.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Actively supports and promotes the Council’s and GSUSA’s affirmative action plans and their commitment to diversity throughout the organization.
- Actively supports and promotes all efforts to increase cooperation, communication and collaboration between and among staff members, volunteers and girls.
- Understands and internalizes the importance of seeking resolution to problems and concerns by bringing them to the direct attention of her/his supervisor in a timely manner.
- Demonstrates and promotes a climate of courtesy and professionalism to co-workers, the volunteers served by this council and others with whom her/his job puts her/him in contact.
- Ensures that materials prepared and produced for the Council’s internal and external publics reflect the highest standards of excellence.
- Consistently seeks to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of all Council operations by demonstrating positive and creative approaches to the delivery of service.
- Demonstrates sound time management skills by effectively and efficiently organizing, prioritizing and completing multiple assignments in a timely manner.
- Maintains strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
- Adheres to the Code of Ethical Conduct as delineated in the Employee Personnel Manual.
- Promotes the concept that funding of a Girl Scout council is an integral part of the Girl Scout program and relates to others the case for support.
Salary: $66,100 to 70,000 commensurate with experience.
TITLE: DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING
PURPOSE: Responsible for directing and overseeing the accounting operations of the Council.
REPORTS TO: Chief Financial Officer
SUPERVISES: Accounting Specialist, Staff Accountant
To Apply: https://www.gswcf.org/about_us/careers/
