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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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<<summaryhonest, reliable, dependable, hardworking, quick learner, enthusiastic, motivated individual with strong work ethics, who is results driven, detail oriented, and well organized with a fervent desire to learn and be part of a professional team which offers continued opportunities for professional and personal growth. skills excellent people and self-management techniques, excellent client or business partner relations, excellent written and oral communication abilities, excellent problem-solving skills, file maintenance, experience using windows 98, 2000, 2007, 2010, 2013, word, bolt, mac, millennium, internet, sap 7.5, sabre, great plains, lawson hris, csg, proalpha, quick books, centricity, as400, oracle r11, oracle r12, mas 90, kofax, excel. knowledge of financial management and human resource, sox compliant procedures and iso900. experience 10/2017tocurrentglobal finance accountantthe capital group company–city,state,process and analyze invoices and expense reports to ensure appropriate approvals in accordance with cge expenditure authorization guidelines.ensures accuracy of tax calculations for all invoice payments and accrues additional tax expense and payable during the posting process.communicate with business partners and external vendors on invoice inquiries and other expense related activities.apply company, cost center, general ledger (gl), and other required coding for financial information system entries to ensure accuracy of posting entries and accrual reporting.compile and prepare standard reports for review by other associates and managers in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.create, prepare and distribute weekly proposals to the team.researched discrepancies and updated accounts with accurate information.resolved reconciliation discrepancies in a timely manner.ensure that company financial systems are robust, compliant and support current activities and future growth.reconciled all balance sheet accounts monthly.review the financial statements monthly to ensure accuracy.managed company policies regarding capital requirements, debt, taxation, equity, appropriate.established a high level of credibility and manage strong working relationships with external parties including vendors and advisors prepare for financial audit and coordinate the audit process.collect and analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems. 07/2017to 01/2017financial analyst / accounts payablevisa inc–city,state,process external invoices in r11/ r12 (oracle) for multiple entities, domestic and foreign, within established service level commitments.ensure processing of payments of invoices, refunds and expenses is in compliance with established key controls.provide strong customer service, support and demonstrate initiative in preventing invoice issues.research, and resolve invoice and payment issues with external vendors.assist in documentation and implementation of a global accounts payable function.train internal and external customers/ new employees on policy and procedures.provide assistance, support and develop strong communications for the internal/ external business units assist management with projects as necessary for the finance organization.communicated with various partners, including corporate and regional fp&a and counterparts and finance business partners.assist with internal and external sox audits.handled reconciliation of monthly statements complete and review of account reconciliations.as a part of month end closing procedure.responsible for the day- to-day general ledger accounting and financial reporting and analysis for assigned functional areas.research and resolve business units inquiries for assigned functional areas.provide financial tracking and maintenance support to project managers.partnered and collaborated with business units from several regions to help deliver on various objectives including fiscal year annual operating planning.built strong knowledge of visa's business through constant communication with the business units from several different regions.ensured financial data accuracy, integrity and consistency of information as well as organized documentation of results and data sources used.support production of monthly reports including performing accurate variance analysis and outlining contributing factors.toap manager / accountantaccent foods–city,state,i 1/16-10/16.partner with controller to monitor weekly cash flow and prioritize payables.analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, project future revenues and expenses.lead integration and plan for all post-acquisition functions as it relates to accounts payable.accountable for the ongoing analysis of process constraints, target costing projects, margin analysis, and tracing costs back to underlying activities.coordinate and manage all payables-related audit requests.uphold sox and internal control standards by documenting and maintaining standard operating procedures.manage accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and project accounting; ensures accuracy and timeliness.manages monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information; ensures accuracy of financial statements.survey operations to ascertain accounting needs and recommend, develop, and maintain solutions to business and financial problem.acts as a liaison between the company, government and external accountants to meet information needs and to ensure that proper information is maintained for historical purposes.selects and hire employees for the accounting/ finance team.trains and evaluates employees to enhance their performance, development, and work product.addresses performance issues and makes recommendations for personnel actions.motivates and rewards employees including providing salary increases, bonuses and promotions within allocated budgets and company guidelines.prepares and recommends operating and personnel budgets for approval.reconcile central travel account statements in the iexpense application.audit card program reconciliations; ghost purchasing card reconciliations; and auditing expense report violations in the iexpense applications.provide knowledge of policies and procedures, supporting cardholders and general employee based on.travel and entertainment related items and purchasing card related items.toap manager / accountantaccent foods–city,state,i 1/16-10/16.partner with controller to monitor weekly cash flow and prioritize payables.analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, project future revenues and expenses.lead integration and plan for all post-acquisition functions as it relates to accounts payable.accountable for the ongoing analysis of process constraints, target costing projects, margin analysis, and tracing costs back to underlying activities.coordinate and manage all payables-related audit requests.uphold sox and internal control standards by documenting and maintaining standard operating procedures.manage accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and project accounting; ensures accuracy and timeliness.manages monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information; ensures accuracy of financial statements.survey operations to ascertain accounting needs and recommend, develop, and maintain solutions to business and financial problem.acts as a liaison between the company, government and external accountants to meet information needs and to ensure that proper information is maintained for historical purposes.selects and hire employees for the accounting/ finance team.trains and evaluates employees to enhance their performance, development, and work product.addresses performance issues and makes recommendations for personnel actions.motivates and rewards employees including providing salary increases, bonuses and promotions within allocated budgets and company guidelines.prepares and recommends operating and personnel budgets for approval.reconcile central travel account statements in the iexpense application.audit card program reconciliations; ghost purchasing card reconciliations; and auditing expense report violations in the iexpense applications.provide knowledge of policies and procedures, supporting cardholders and general employee based on.travel and entertainment related items and purchasing card related items.toap manager / accountantaccent foods–city,state,i 1/16-10/16.partner with controller to monitor weekly cash flow and prioritize payables.analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, project future revenues and expenses.lead integration and plan for all post-acquisition functions as it relates to accounts payable.accountable for the ongoing analysis of process constraints, target costing projects, margin analysis, and tracing costs back to underlying activities.coordinate and manage all payables-related audit requests.uphold sox and internal control standards by documenting and maintaining standard operating procedures.manage accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and project accounting; ensures accuracy and timeliness.manages monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information; ensures accuracy of financial statements.survey operations to ascertain accounting needs and recommend, develop, and maintain solutions to business and financial problem.acts as a liaison between the company, government and external accountants to meet information needs and to ensure that proper information is maintained for historical purposes.selects and hire employees for the accounting/ finance team.trains and evaluates employees to enhance their performance, development, and work product.addresses performance issues and makes recommendations for personnel actions.motivates and rewards employees including providing salary increases, bonuses and promotions within allocated budgets and company guidelines.prepares and recommends operating and personnel budgets for approval.reconcile central travel account statements in the iexpense application.audit card program reconciliations; ghost purchasing card reconciliations; and auditing expense report violations in the iexpense applications.provide knowledge of policies and procedures, supporting cardholders and general employee based on.travel and entertainment related items and purchasing card related items.toap manager / accountantaccent foods–city,state,i 1/16-10/16.partner with controller to monitor weekly cash flow and prioritize payables.analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, project future revenues and expenses.lead integration and plan for all post-acquisition functions as it relates to accounts payable.accountable for the ongoing analysis of process constraints, target costing projects, margin analysis, and tracing costs back to underlying activities.coordinate and manage all payables-related audit requests.uphold sox and internal control standards by documenting and maintaining standard operating procedures.manage accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and project accounting; ensures accuracy and timeliness.manages monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information; ensures accuracy of financial statements.survey operations to ascertain accounting needs and recommend, develop, and maintain solutions to business and financial problem.acts as a liaison between the company, government and external accountants to meet information needs and to ensure that proper information is maintained for historical purposes.selects and hire employees for the accounting/ finance team.trains and evaluates employees to enhance their performance, development, and work product.addresses performance issues and makes recommendations for personnel actions.motivates and rewards employees including providing salary increases, bonuses and promotions within allocated budgets and company guidelines.prepares and recommends operating and personnel budgets for approval.reconcile central travel account statements in the iexpense application.audit card program reconciliations; ghost purchasing card reconciliations; and auditing expense report violations in the iexpense applications.provide knowledge of policies and procedures, supporting cardholders and general employee based on.travel and entertainment related items and purchasing card related items. education and trainingexpected in 12/2016totom.b.a:accounting-,gpa:accounting volunteer san antonio food bank 6/17- current austin humane society skills account reconciliations, accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, accrual, acquisitions, as400, auditing, balance sheet, budgets, business operations, cash flow, closing, oral communication, controller, costing, client, customer service, documentation, equity, expense reports, finance, financial, analyze financial information, financial audit, &a, financial reports, financial reporting, financial statements, functional, general ledger, general ledger accounting, , government, great plains, hris, human resource, iso, lawson, mac, mas 90, outlook, power point, 2000, windows 98, ms word, millennium, month end closing, office management, oracle, payables, personnel, policies, problem-solving skills, processes, coding, proposals, purchasing, quality, quick books, file maintenance, reporting, research, sabre, san, sap 7.5, sox compliance, settlements, strategic, tax, team player, variance analysis, excellent written.