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position title: senior accountant organization: jewish family service of san diego department: family and community services division organization: jewish family service of san diego position type: full-time (37.5+ hoursweek), exempt salary: $82,000 - $88,000year total compensation: in addition to standard pay, compensation for this position includes: comprehensive, low-cost healthcare coverage for employees generous employer 401(k) contributions employer-covered life insurance time away from work: being able to take time away from work is critical in bringing your best self to work. time off benefits for this position include: generous paid vacation time and sick leave 17 paid holidays, including federal, jewish, and floating holidays 2 wellness days to be taken any time during the year to support employees mental wellness position overview:the senior accountant is an integral part of the financial planning function within the finance & accounting team. the position works closely with a range of departments and programs, including program directors and senior staff. the candidate must be a self-starter who is diligent, proactive, detail oriented, and is expected to contribute significantly to the finance & accounting team. under the direction of the senior directorcontroller this position will support the agency fiscal operations through transactional processing, financial analysis, annual budget development and monitoring, cost allocation, monthly forecasts, program and annual audit support, and the implementation of financial and compliance controls. the senior accountant will serves as a key resource for the organization and provides daily financial oversight to ensure that the financial records are complete, accurate, and comply with generally accepted accounting principles, policies, and regulations to facilitate solid decision support. responsibilities: deliver monthly financial reporting, analytics and insight on performance metrics, benchmarking progress against targets, initiatives, and strategies conduct analytical reviews for departmental and programmatic activities to support complex financial and budgetary forecasting; evaluates alternatives and makes recommendations develop an understanding of organization wide departments and programs funding streams andor cost structure assist with analysis used for decision-making and recommendations to management and programs analyze financial & operational results to understand and report underlying causes for performance and variance assist with the agency budgeting and forecasts scenario planning based on changing assumptions in revenue, personnel, and other direct project costs perform budget to actual variance analysis to identify causes, adjustments needed, trends, personnel reclassifications, potential budget shortfalls or cost overruns, and opportunities for cost savings assist with weekly cashflow management reports and projections prepare monthly, quarterly, annual and ad-hoc financial statements with actual and projected financial positions ensure the integrity of key processes by understanding systems, flow of transactions, internal controls, and recommending efficiency and effectiveness improvements work with the finance & accounting team to identify areas or opportunities for improvement support organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures perform variance analyses and account reconciliations as needed assist with month end closing, year-end closing and reconciliations and preparation for the external audit and prepare necessary audit schedules as needed ad hoc requests and one-off projects and other duties as assigned skillsexperienceabilities that are a must-have:bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required minimum 8+ years accounting experience with progressive and relevant and analytical budgeting, analysis, and reporting experience minimum 5+ years in the nonprofit industry knowledge and understanding of cost methodologies, budgeting concepts, practices, and procedures, and accounting competencies, including an understanding of revenue recognition understanding of gaap compliance and uniform guidance and omb circulars excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills strong analytical, organizational and time management skills work well in a team approach environment demonstrably strong judgement and decision-making skills ability to multi-task and prioritize workflow advanced in excel and proficient word and outlook skillsabilities wed like you to have: desire to work in a fun, friendly, collaborative, and professional environment passion for working in a non-profit, human services organization dedicated to helping individuals in need experience with financial edge not required but preferred important notice: incomplete submissions will not be considered. please, no phone calls. please, principals only. please, local candidates only (relocation is not provided). about jewish family service of san diegojewish family service of san diego is a client-centered, impact-driven organization working to build a stronger, more resilient community. for over 100 years, jewish family service has been a trusted resource for the entire community, offering an array of services that are always life-changing, and often life-saving. at jewish family service, we believe our employees are the backbone of our agency. we strive to ensure that each employee is treated with dignity and respect. our goal is your success. come work at jfs and be our partner in moving forward together. to learn more about jfs, please visit jfssd.org. *jewish family service is an equal opportunity employer. all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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<<summaryseeking a position as an accountant, utilizing knowledge of general accounting procedures in order to assist the office with its periodic accounting processes. highlightsmicrosoft office (excel, word, powerpoint)advanced problem solving abilitiescritical thinkingdecisiveexcellent mathematical skills budgeting experience accountant helper, 04/2014- 06/2014abbvie, inc– ,assisted the accounting clerk in accounting tasks: entered a/p and a/r, processed payments, organized client billing folders, procedure documentation.performed general office duties: filing, scanning, mail processing and data entry.assisted accounting manager with different assignments.reconciled bank statements and ledger accounts.assisted with daily cash balancing.major strengths: good knowledge of coordinating, monitoring and participating in monthly accounting procedures.strong know-how of organizing the preparation of periodic financial reports.in-depth knowledge of preparing reconciliation of outstanding payments.knowledge of liabilities and payment obligation.verified and logged in deadlines for responding to daily inquiries.organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents.dispersed incoming mail to correct recipients throughout the office.created and maintained spreadsheets using advanced excel functions and calculations to develop reports and lists.laboratory technician iii, 09/2012-currentcounty of contra costa, california– ,united statesreceive and prepare laboratory samples for analysis, following proper protocols to ensure that they will be stored, prepared, and disposed of efficiently and effectively.record data pertaining to experimentation, animal care.measure or weigh ingredients used in testing or for purposes such as animal feed and waste.operate laboratory equipment such as spectrometers, nitrogen determination apparatus, air samplers, centrifuges, and potential hydrogen (ph) meters to perform tests.adjust testing equipment, and prepare culture media, following standard procedures.maintain or repair agricultural facilities, tools to ensure operational readiness, safety, and cleanliness.prepare or present agricultural demonstrations.respond to inquiries and requests from the public that do not require specialized scientific knowledge or expertise.supervise student workers and train new technicians.laboratory technician ii, 06/2007- 08/2012university of georgia soil, plant and water laboratory–city,state,united statesreceive and prepare laboratory samples for analysis, following proper protocols to ensure that they will be stored, prepared, and disposed of efficiently and effectively.prepare samples to be analyzed on the icp.analyze samples via as-3000 ph dual analyzer.maintain or repair agricultural facilities, tools to ensure operational readiness, safety, and cleanliness.prepare laboratory reagents for analytical purposes.service walk-in customers.prepare or present agricultural demonstrations.additional skills and capabilities: operate effectively within an agricultural laboratory setting.willing participant in environmentally sustainable work practices.thoroughly perform standard calibrations.excellent communication and collaboration skills.efficient and precise when recording and presenting data.proficient in the use laboratory application software and instruments.strong contributor to the achievement of quality objectives. education bachelor of arts:accounting,expected in5 2014-ashford university-clinton,iowagpa:status-advanced coursework in business administrationcoursework in business administrationcoursework in advanced financial accountingcontract law courseworkminor in business administrationcoursework in human resource management and business administrationincome tax reporting coursespecialized industry gaap coursecoursework in international finance, statistics and microeconomicscoursework in accounting and financecommunications and marketing coursework skills proficient in microsoft office (excel, word, powerpoint)excellent mathematical skills capable of analyzing trends and variancesexcellent communication and organizational skills able to work in a high volume environmentphysically dexterousstrong interpersonal, communication and multi-tasking skills operate effectively within an agricultural laboratory setting.willing participant in environmentally sustainable work practices.thoroughly perform standard calibrations.excellent communication and collaboration skills.efficient and precise when recording and presenting data.proficient in the use laboratory application software and instruments.strong contributor to the achievement of quality objectives.