JOB DESCRIPTIONPosition Title: Director of Accounting
FLSAStatus: Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time
Service Term: Permanent
Program/Department: Finance
Location: 601 S. Queen St., Lancaster, PA
Reports to: Vice President of Finance
Number Supervised: 5 functional roles
Job Summary:The Director of Accounting is responsible for day-to-day operational accounting and financial responsibilities. The position provides leadership and oversight of accounting functions; ensures accurate financial reporting; maintains compliance with regulatory and funding requirements; supports audit and fiscal review activities; and supervises finance staff. The Director of Accounting serves as a key operational partner to the Vice President of Finance, ensuring the integrity of financial data and the effectiveness of financial processes.
Duties/Responsibilities:1. Financial Reporting and Analysis- Review and analyze monthly financial statements for accuracy, trends, and unusual transactions.
- Identify and communicate significant financial variances, risks, and concerns.
- Assist in maintaining the integrity of financial data used for organizational reporting and decision-making.
2. Accounting Operations and Reconciliations- Manage complex accounting transactions, including restricted revenue, deferred revenue, and net assets released from restriction.
- Reconcile accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and other schedules on a quarterly basis. Reconcile monthly bank statements.
- Support accurate accounting processes and internal controls throughout the organization.
3. Budget, Audit, and Financial Compliance Support- Assist the Vice President of Finance with the development of organizational budgets.
- Lead financial, deferred compensation, and health and welfare audit engagements. Provide financial expertise and support during fiscal reviews and monitoring.
- Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), funding requirements, and internal financial policies.
4. Risk Management and Process Improvement- Monitor and mitigate financial risks identified through audits and internal reviews.
- Implement operational processes that support organizational strategic initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows, strengthen internal controls, and increase operational efficiency.
- Assist in evaluating and implementing system enhancements that improve financial operations.
5. Leadership and Team Development- Provide direct supervision of accounting and finance support staff, including the Staff Accountant, Accounts Payable Manager, Payroll staff, Purchasing staff, and Fiscal Assistant.
- Deliver ongoing coaching, training, and development opportunities to finance personnel.
- Foster a collaborative, customer-service-oriented, and accountable work environment.
- Promote continuous improvement and professional growth within the finance team.
*Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:- Bachelor's degree or certification preferred in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
- Four to six years of related experience in nonprofit financial management or accounting, with progressive responsibility.
- Minimum of two years of supervisory experience, including team leadership and coaching.
We value our team by uniting our employees with the mission. We offer a strong purpose with compassion for work-life balance. Below is a glimpse of our robust benefits offered:
- Sign-on Bonus, only available for external candidates
- Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage / 403(b) Plan / Life Insurance / EAP Program
- Generous number of PTO Days banked per year
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employer- Assisted First Time Homebuyer Program
Statement of Commitment to AccountabilityCommunity Action Partnership of Lancaster County is committed to providing and maintaining a culture of accountability at every site, every day, and in every word, action, and program delivered by each employee.
