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ACLU · 2 days ago

Accounting Manager

New York, New York, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$137K/yr - $137K/yr

The ACLU is seeking an Accounting Manager for their Finance Department at the National office in New York. This role is responsible for managing accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and integrity in financial reporting, and leading a team of accounting professionals.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Lead by example in managing a team of accounting professionals, driving results through the use of data, direct feedback and strong accountability in a supportive and learning- driven environment that fosters high staff engagement and professional growth

Serve as subject matter expert for functional area under management; create and deliver trainings on relevant accounting-related topics to accounting staff

Serve as subject matter expert for relevant accounting and financial systems used in functional area, gaining and maintaining knowledge needed for team to perform duties using the systems’ relevant modules and reporting features

Collaborate with intra and inter department team members, providing and exchanging information regarding existing and/or new workflows and projects and communicating possible implications for the teams

Represent the accounting team on cross-functional organizational projects as needed

Complete ad hoc projects as directed by Finance Leadership

Set the bar for customer service excellence by providing timely, thorough, and friendly responses to internal and external stakeholder inquiries

Manage account reconciliations relevant to functional area, ensuring their accuracy and proper documentation for internal and external reporting purposes

Assist with relevant audits, preparing and/or reviewing audit schedules and materials and managing deliverable deadlines with staff

Prepare or assist with preparation of required tax filings and government reporting (local, state, federal), including preparing schedules and/or draft filings for review by management

Suggest accounting policies and procedures based on GAAP and industry best practices relevant to content area

Create and/or maintain systems and structures to facilitate timely, accurate and proper processing of payments according to departmental and organizational policies

Review payments processed to ensure compliance with organizational policies, GAAP, state and federal regulations

Manage monthly, quarterly and annual closing entries for expense reporting, including recurring journal entries, reclassifications, allocations and intercompany transactions

Manage monthly affiliate payment process, ensuring proper data reconciliation, accurate payment calculations, timely communications and timely remittance

Prepare or review relevant periodic reports and schedules, such as accounts payable aging, prepaid, fixed assets, total payments by vendor, stale-dated checks, etc

Serve as a point of contact in communications with affiliates, vendors, employees, and state and federal agencies regarding payments made or due

Prepare or assist with preparation of periodic federal and state tax and data filings such as 1099s, 990s, and state Sales and Use tax returns, ensuring both accuracy and facilitating timely filing

Communicate relevant expense-related information to internal stakeholders to facilitate workflows or projects as needed

Prepare expense-related reporting for internal stakeholders and Finance leadership

Complete ad hoc projects as assigned by Finance Leadership Team

Qualification

GAAPAccounting ManagementAccounts PayableCPAAccounting SoftwareMicrosoft ExcelInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Significant relevant experience with a demonstrated background managing accounting teams or functions

Extensive knowledge of GAAP and current accounting best practices, including upcoming regulatory changes to reporting requirements

Excellent organizational and planning skills, with demonstrated ability to create structure and manage multiple deadlines

Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a positive, collaborative working environment

Clear and effective communication skills—able to convey expectations, timelines, and technical content succinctly and professionally

Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain high-quality output in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, vlookups, if statements)

Preferred

Experience in Accounts Payable is a strong plus

CPA designation is a strong plus

Advanced knowledge of accounting and reporting software; aptitude for learning new financial technology

High proficiency in Microsoft Office products required, with advanced skills in Excel (pivot tables, vlookups, if statements)

Experience with web and digital platforms

Benefits

Time away to focus on the things that matter with a generous paid time-off policy

Focus on your well-being with comprehensive healthcare benefits (including medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, gender affirming care & fertility treatment)

Plan for your retirement with 401k plan and employer match

We support employee growth and development through annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshops