By The Hand Club For Kids · 2 weeks ago
Accounting Manager (Full-time with Benefits)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expBy The Hand Club For Kids is a Christian, after-school program that emphasizes academic excellence while nurturing the whole child. The Accounting Manager will be the primary point of contact with the external accounting firm and will manage the month-end and year-end close processes while ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Performs in a way that is consistent with the vision, mission, and culture of By The Hand and commits to excellence in every aspect of the overall operation
Models cultural values of By The Hand Club For Kids in day-to-day behavior
Follows all policies as outlined in the operational guide, including maintaining brand standards and ensuring 100% adherence to the Child Protection Policy
Participates in employee growth plans, including quarterly conversations and annual review meetings
Manage the month-end and year-end close processes with the outsourced accounting firm, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Cash management, including review and payment of invoices via Bill.com, wires, and review of weekly cash analysis
Timely analysis and review of monthly financials, with an understanding of month-over-month expense trends, identifying potential problems, defining and implementing corrective actions
Collaborate with the Human Resources team and payroll accountant to properly record bi-weekly payroll/benefit adjustments and entries
Assist leaders in identifying, projecting and addressing monthly budget variances
Monitor fixed assets/depreciation entries, and assist with ensuring adequate insurance coverage
Work with Fund Development and the external accounting firm to review and reconcile donations from CRM to Intacct
Work with the external accounting firm to maintain general ledger structure via Sage Intacct software, including departmental hierarchies, GL account and reporting structure, and any system modifications as needed
Assist budget owners and external accounting firm with annual budget process, year-end financial statement audit, grant audits, Form 990 preparation, banking projects and any other external auditor requests
Drive and implement process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and accuracy
Ad-hoc reporting
Performs other duties as required and assigned
Qualification
Required
Has a personal and saving relationship with Jesus Christ, evidenced by a lifestyle that demonstrates the Word of God, and is in regular fellowship with other members in a Bible-believing church
Agrees with the By The Hand Club Doctrinal Statement and adheres to the Employee Biblical Standards of Living
Shows by example, the importance of Scripture memorization, Bible study, prayer, witnessing, and Christian fellowship
Leads a team devotional on a regular basis and participates in weekly team prayer
Has completed an evangelism course and is trained and prepared to share the gospel with anyone who inquires
Works with staff and members of the EOS Leadership Team to monitor and enforce policies and procedures to further BTH's religious purpose and freedom
Performs in a way that is consistent with the vision, mission, and culture of By The Hand and commits to excellence in every aspect of the overall operation
Models cultural values of By The Hand Club For Kids in day-to-day behavior
Follows all policies as outlined in the operational guide, including maintaining brand standards and ensuring 100% adherence to the Child Protection Policy
Participates in employee growth plans, including quarterly conversations and annual review meetings
Manage the month-end and year-end close processes with the outsourced accounting firm, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Cash management, including review and payment of invoices via Bill.com, wires, and review of weekly cash analysis
Timely analysis and review of monthly financials, with an understanding of month-over-month expense trends, identifying potential problems, defining and implementing corrective actions
Collaborate with the Human Resources team and payroll accountant to properly record bi-weekly payroll/benefit adjustments and entries
Assist leaders in identifying, projecting and addressing monthly budget variances
Monitor fixed assets/depreciation entries, and assist with ensuring adequate insurance coverage
Work with Fund Development and the external accounting firm to review and reconcile donations from CRM to Intacct
Work with the external accounting firm to maintain general ledger structure via Sage Intacct software, including departmental hierarchies, GL account and reporting structure, and any system modifications as needed
Assist budget owners and external accounting firm with annual budget process, year-end financial statement audit, grant audits, Form 990 preparation, banking projects and any other external auditor requests
Drive and implement process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and accuracy
Ad-hoc reporting
This position requires a Christ-like servant leader who has a sense of calling and models Biblical principles
Passion and commitment to urban student transformation, confidence to lead in a challenging situation, and belief that all children can learn
Outstanding analytical problem-solving skills with an orientation toward results, action, impact, and influence
Demonstrated accountability for results and understanding of the financial impact of decisions
Proven ability to work under tight deadlines and multitask well
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Effective time management and prioritization skills in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
Project management skills and highly organized
Attentive to details
Able to maintain excellent constituent relationships
Deadline-driven team player
Excellent communication, both verbal and written
Highly personable and persuasive
B.A. or B.S. in Accounting or Finance with solid understanding of nonprofit accounting principles and reporting standards
Five or more years of relevant accounting, processing, and reporting experience
Experience with Raiser's Edge, Salesforce, Sage Intacct, Bill.com, and ADP Workforce Now
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Google Suite tools
Ability to utilize database software, research programs, MS Office Suite and Drive, and all social media platforms
Must have a valid driver's license, available transportation and their own auto insurance to travel around the city
Preferred
CPA preferred
Past experience working with or volunteering with a Christ-centered, youth-serving organization preferred
Company
By The Hand Club For Kids
By The Hand Club for Kids is a non-profit organization that provides an after-school program to children.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Donnita Travis
CEO and President
Rev. Dr. Marco Allan Tinor
Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
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