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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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<<summaryhighly organized, detail-oriented, and motivated professional with a proven track record of success in various roles, including accounts payable, tax preparer assistant, and business ownership. i possess strong financial acumen, analytical skills, and expertise in managing payable processes efficiently. additionally, i have a deep knowledge of tax laws, excellent organizational skills, and an unwavering attention to detail to ensure compliance with tax regulations. furthermore, i possess exceptional leadership skills, strategic thinking abilities, and a demonstrated history of driving organizational success. as an entrepreneurial business owner, i have a wealth of experience in business management, strategic planning, and operational excellence, enabling me to effectively drive growth and success for new ventures. skills proven track record of successfully starting, managing, and growing businesses across various industries.strong leadership abilities to inspire and motivate teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.ability to adapt to changing environments and manage multiple priorities effectively.detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy to minimize errors and ensure compliance with tax laws.proficient in different tax preparation software.communication and interpersonal skills.problem-solving.project management.organizational skills.analytical thinking. experience accountant, 10/2019-currentbrunel– ,reviewing financial statements and records to identify potential deductions and credits for clients.prepared and filed tax forms, including 1040, schedule a, and schedule c, using tax preparation software.managed and organized client files, ensuring confidentiality and easy retrieval of information.assisted in providing tax planning and advice to clients regarding their financial situations and potential tax liabilities.prepared and filed tax returns electronically, adhering to filing deadlines and requirements.analyzed monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.monitored balance sheets and income statements to evaluate financial performance.examined financial statements and income statements to review company's financial performance.tracked employee payroll processes to verify timely reporting and avoid late fees.analyzed revenue and expenditure trends and recommended appropriate budget levels to business operations leaders.tax preparer assistant, 01/2022- 05/2022h&r block, inc.– ,assisted in preparing and reviewing individual tax returns, including gathering client information, calculating deductions, and completing necessary forms.conducted tax research to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.probed tax situations from different angles to apply maximum tax benefits or resolve tax debts.advised clients to comply with irs regulations and meet state and federal tax obligations.supplied detailed tax documentation needed to submit accurate individual returns.analyzed information and assessed liabilities and deductions according to relevant tax code.informed clients of potentially beneficial products and services, resulting in additional business opportunities.implemented tax reduction strategies to analyze and minimize tax liabilities.interviewed clients to obtain additional information on taxable income and deductible expenses and allowances.call center supervisor, 02/2017- 12/2021greatcall– ,led a team of 10 contractor employees, overseeing day-to-day operations and driving strategic initiatives.established and monitored key performance indicators (kpis) to track progress and drive continuous improvement.built strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring optimal pricing and service levels.recognized and rewarded team members for their achievements, fostering a positive work environment.conducted regular team meetings to communicate goals, provide updates, and encourage collaboration.implemented process improvements that resulted in a 20% reduction in errors and improved customer satisfaction.trained and supervised new employees to promote overall team productivity and consistent service.coached team members on metrics and consumer experience behavior identification to improve satisfaction ratings.handled escalated customer service concerns to preserve customer satisfaction and maintain long-term business relationships.answered, screened and processed high volume of calls daily with call management system and web-based communications.met or exceeded call speed, accuracy and volume benchmarks on consistent basis. education and trainingassociate of arts:accounting,expected in 05/2023-tallahassee community college- ,gpa:status-member of leadership and success, 20223.5 gpaaccounting specialist certificate:,expected in 09/2011-erwin technical college-tampa,flgpa:status-high school diploma:,expected in 05/2009-middleton high school- ,gpa:status-.