Job SummaryProvides expertise and support to the organization regarding accounting procedures and processes. Understands and manages the accounting of fixed assets, capital expenditures (capex) and leases. Assists with key sections of external audits and reporting requirements to outside agencies. Provides leadership and guidance to YMCA branch business employees.
Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time, Monday through Friday position with regular hours from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Occasional evenings or weekends may be required to meet business needs.
What You Will Get From Working at The Y - Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
- Retirement with generous employer contributions
- Free access to mental health resources
- Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)
- Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs. 25% for part-time staff, 50% for full-time staff.
* Some benefits only available to full-time staff
Hiring Range: $80,168.40 - $84,500.00/year Responsibilities- Manages the accounting for fixed assets, capital projects, capital and operating leases and depreciation, including accounting for new building construction.
- Identifies areas for improvement within processes, particularly with fixed assets and capital projects, executes new strategies to gain efficiency.
- Responsible for proper asset tracking within our fixed asset software. Work with risk management regularly to assure both department reporting needs are met.
- Conducts inventory audits with branches.
- Oversees annual renewal and registration of fleet vehicles.
- Prepares and files federal, state, and local tax and regulatory filings (e.g., property tax, sales and use tax, census reports, and surveys).
- Provides budget support as needed, particularly with allocation schedules.
- Works with the capex team to prepare the annual capex budget. Report on progress and assess variances throughout the year.
- Reviews and enters journal entries for the department.
- Enters accounts receivable entries already reviewed by the Director of Grants and Contracts.
- Assists with month- and year-end closings as needed.
- Provides support with assigned sections of the annual audit, including selected roll-forward schedules.
- Other duties as assigned.
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Code of Conduct for Applicants
All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements. Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization's abuse risk management standards. QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
- Two or more years of experience in accounting for fixed assets.
- Fundamental knowledge and understanding of GAAP.
- Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Accounting and Financial software systems and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to meet firm deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:- Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
- Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you: - Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.
- Are very adaptable.
- Have high ownership and strong work ethic.
- Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet.
- Truly enjoy being of service to people.
- Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together.
- Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.
