Director of AccountingPosition Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to provide organization-wide accounting leadership for Episcopal Retirement Services (ERS) and all associated entities. The Director of Accounting is responsible for the effectiveness of all core accounting functions across all entities. Those functions include, but are not limited to, financial reporting, internal controls, audit coordination, tax compliance, financial regulatory reporting, as well as the management and development of the accounting team members. This position will report to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
- CPA designation strongly preferred: Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration accepted in lieu of CPA
- At least 7 years of experience in the accounting field with at least 3+ years in a supervisory or management capacity.
- Long Term Care (LTC) and/or senior living accounting experience required.
- Experience in the Affordable Housing industry is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience managing month-end and year-end close processes across multiple legal entities.
- Familiarity with multi-entity consolidation and related intercompany accounting processes.
- Proven ability to lead, develop, and hold accountable a multi-person accounting team.
- Highly organized with demonstrated ability to manage competing deadlines across multiple entities and functions.
- Computer competency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel.
- Must be able to work independently with little supervision and able to handle multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
- Exercises sound independent judgment and knows when to escalate matters to the CFO.
- Experience developing or maintaining accounting policies and procedures documentation.
- Must be able to read, write, and understand the English language and speak the language in an understandable manner.
- Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
- Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever behavior or acuity level they are currently exhibiting.
- Must be fully up-to-date with required vaccinations.
As the Director of Accounting you can expect to:- Primary liaison and advisor for our various operational leaders to deliver decision-useful financial information and to ensure team members are providing responsive support to our internal clients.
- Works collaboratively with the Director of Finance to ensure that core accounting operation and financial planning functions of ERS are aligned and mutually supportive.
- Maintains the system of accounts and ensures accurate records on all transactions and assets across all associated ERS entities.
- Ownership of the accounting system and reporting software-user access management, chart of accounts, report design and coordination with IT. Responsible for continuous improvement in processes and systems.
- Owns the monthly, quarterly and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion in accordance with established deadlines. At the completion of the monthly close process, prepare monthly consolidation reporting package for leadership.
- Monitors accounting operations for emerging trends or potential financial risks and proactively alerts the CFO and relevant leadership to issues requiring attention.
- Assures the protection of ERS assets through the design, implementation and ongoing maintenance and process improvement of effective internal control procedures.
If you desire joining a team that will value you, APPLY today! Immediate consideration is given to qualified applicants. We look forward to speaking with you!#INDHP
