Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton & Carroll Counties · 1 day ago
Accounting Administrator
Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton & Carroll Counties is dedicated to improving the quality of life in its service areas. The Accounting Administrator plays a key role in supporting the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the Foundation by maintaining accurate accounting records and managing the information system.
Responsibilities
Assist with maintenance of accounting records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
Assist with administration of accounting policies and procedures as well as the day-to-day accounting and internal control activities of the Foundation
Assist with the processing and maintenance of accounts receivable, accounts payable, grants payable and associated records
Assist with the reconciliation of individual fund accounts and annually provide fund statements grant budget letters to fund representatives and as requested produce fund statements
Assist with the maintenance of the tax-exempt status of the Foundation
Assist with filing property and tax returns and exemptions
Assist with the filing of the form 1099’s
Serve as main resource & project manager for Foundation’s information management system (C-Suite)
Work with the CFO to communicate fund financial information to donors and provide annual reports and communications regarding available grantmaking budgets
Maintain a working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, the Foundation’s information management system (C-Suite), and other software needed in Foundation’s operations
Assist with response to surveys and questionnaires concerning the operation of the Foundation
Fulfill other duties as assigned by the CFO and President
Qualification
Required
Accounting knowledge
Effective communication skills, both written and oral; including the ability to analyze, problem-solve, to think critically and to explain alternatives clearly
Strong organizational and project management skills
Passion for community service and the ability to work as part of a professional team
Ability to perform responsibilities in a professional manner and to handle assignments with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality and to work independently and cooperatively
Strong technology skills with a high level of proficiency with computer applications
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks
Excel knowledge required- At a minimum, intermediate skills
Accounting experience is required
College degree or equivalent experience, preferably with emphasis on accounting and finance
Experience with computer applications
Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Howard, Clinton, or Carroll Counties
Preferred
Experience with non-profit fund accounting, and/or with a community foundation
Benefits
Health, dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation
Sick time and holidays
Retirement plan with contributions from the organization
Company
Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton & Carroll Counties
It started with a dream and $10,000 in startup funding from the United Way of Howard County in 1989.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase