Senior Accounting Manager

Latin American Youth Center

Washington, DC, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Full Time

Job Description

The Senior Accounting Manager, reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, will be responsible for supervising accounting staff and managing all month-end, quarter-end and year end closing activities including journal entries, reconciliations, allocations, variance analyses, integrity validations, etc. The Accounting Manager will also ensure that LAYC meets all Uniform Guidance and grant compliance requirements and prepare all grant-related schedules for the annual financial statement and Uniform Guidance audits.

The Senior Accounting Manger will also review invoicing to ensure that the financial data reconciles to the LAYC accounting system before submission. He/she will work closely with program directors and their staff, not only to educate them regarding Uniform Guidance and grant compliance requirements, but to assist them with budget to actual analysis and budgeting. The Accounting Manger will be expected to represent LAYC at meetings with funders.

JOIN US AND SUPPORT YOUTH TO LIVE, WORK, AND STUDY WITH DIGNITY, HOPE, AND JOY!

Latin American Youth Center’s (LAYC) mission is to empower youth to achieve a successful transition to adulthood, through comprehensive and innovative programs that address youths’ social, academic, and career needs. To achieve this mission, LAYC provides services and opportunities to approximately 4,000 individuals annually to support academic achievement, promote healthy behavior, and guide youth towards successful adulthood.

We believe in a future where all youth pursue their dreams, reach their goals and acquire the skills and self-confidence to live a life of purpose, connection, contribution and joy.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

In addition to having a friendly work environment, we are pleased to offer the following benefits to our employees.

Medical, dental, and vision plans with prescription coverage.
Employer-paid life insurance
Voluntary long-term disability and supplemental life insurance
Matching 401(k) program beginning at hire
3 weeks paid vacation leave per year; PTO is accrued, increasing to 4 weeks with tenure.
12 paid holidays per year, 12 days paid sick leave per year and 4 wellness days. Sick and wellness days are prorated during your first year based on your start date, then available in full in subsequent years.
Eight weeks paid parental leave, including adoption and foster care.
Health club discounts
One to two days per week of telework for most positions (eligible after first 60 days).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist CFO with development of annual budget and financial forecasts.
Assist CFO with preparation of monthly financial reports for Executive Team, and quarterly financial reports and forecasts to be presented by CFO to the Board.
Update and maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures which conforms to the Uniform Grant Guidance for all federal grants and current Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for all other governmental and private grants.
Supervise, train, and evaluate accounting staff.
Manage preparation for annual audit, including interactions with auditors, preparing audit schedules and draft financial statements. Ensure timely completion of audit drafts, final audited financial statements and 990.
Partner with other departments to ensure that business processes that include assigned activities are efficient, effective, and provide accurate, complete and timely customer service.
In partnership with program staff, manage, review and contribute to the development of budget proposals.
Prepare grant reports for granting agencies that meet the requirements set forth in each of the grant agreements. Reporting is required quarterly, semi-annually, or annually depending on the grant.
Prepare internal grant financial analysis that compares actual results to both the fiscal and grant budget periods for each of LAYC’s grants monthly. Review these analyses with the applicable program managers and directors.
Review invoices for all federal, other governmental and private grants, ensuring the financial data reconciles to LAYC’s accounting system prior to sending the invoices to the relevant grantors.
Ensure that LAYC is meeting all Uniform Guidance and grant compliance requirements and manage the annual Uniform Guidance external audit. This will include preparing all grant-related schedules for the annual financial statement and Uniform Guidance audits.
Review journal entries to record the various grant transactions through the general ledger.
Reconcile and review monthly balance sheet accounts, including cash reconciliations, along with support documentation; review income statement accounts to ensure proper recording of financial transactions.
Train program managers on their fiscal responsibilities for any grants they administer or oversee.
Process and provide follow up on accounts receivable to maximize cash flow and minimize write-offs.
Attend and actively participate in all external grant related meetings.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor of Science in Accounting or equivalent required; CPA and/or CMA preferred.
Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience, including supervisory experience.
Knowledge of US GAAP is required.
Proficiency with Intacct and Martus a plus.
Strong understanding and experience with Uniform Guidance principles and a track record that includes Federal award rules and regulations, cost tracking, and audit processes is required.
Experience working in non-profit organizations is preferred, 501(c) (3) organizations is a strong plus;
Excellent proficiency in Excel is required with the ability to create and maintain complex spreadsheets.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and proficiency in performing complex reconciliations is required.
Ability to design and prepare clear and effective grant financial reports
Strong writing, communication and interpersonal skills are required
Local travel as needed, including to the various LAYC sites in the DMV area.
Work hours will vary depending on program schedules, project deadlines, and the needs of the organization.
Complete criminal and child abuse/neglect clearances.
Flexible, energetic, positive individual with commitment to youth development in a high quality, respectful environment.
Ability to work well and communicate with culturally diverse populations.
LAYC/MMYC requires the COVID-19 vaccine of all its employees. You will be asked to provide proof of vaccination at the time of your interview and at your onboarding.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 10 lbs. May require the ability to travel locally and/or regionally.

LAYC/MMYC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing opportunities without regard to age, race, color, pregnancy, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or status within any other protected group.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and resume.