Senior Staff Accountant

Community Name: Ravines Edge

The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for coordinating all business financials for United Church Homes (UCH).

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Guide junior accountants and other staff by answering questions and coordinating information relating to Finance and Accounting
• Comply with all federal, state and local protocols including legal requirements, and interpret new and existing legislation; maintain a strong understanding of GAAP
• Create and analyze liability, asset, and capital accounts by compiling data and required documentation
• Generate, review, analyze and communicate monthly financial statements and other reports to be used by management for analyzing financial information
• Contribute to the annual operating budgeting process through analysis and review of annual operating budget proposal
• Use judgment and strong professional skills to determine the appropriate procedures for preparation of accounting records, research of transactions and reporting
• Document accounting transactions using internal and external policies and procedures
• Review contracts, orders and vouchers for accuracy based on established policies and procedures
• Apply the financial policies and procedures of the company and bring inconsistencies or problems to the attention of management
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year end close
• Respond to inquiries from the CFO or other executive management regarding financial results or special reporting requests
• Guide other departments by researching and interpreting accounting policy and applying observations and recommendations to operational issues
• Work with retained CPA firms to ensure clean and timely year end audits
• Maintains accounting controls by establishing a chart of accounts and defining accounting policies and procedures
• Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department
• Collaborate with other finance department managers to support overall department goals and objectives
• Provide training to new and existing staff as needed
• Support CFO and Director of Finance with special projects and workflow process improvements
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations
• Perform all other duties as assigned or required

Competency Statement(s)

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.

Skills & Abilities

• Education: Bachelor's Degree (four-year college or technical school): Required
• Experience: Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience required
• Computer Skills: Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; Must be proficient in using a computer and general office equipment
• Certifications & Licenses: Must obtain and maintain mandatory, state, federal requirements and certifications for practice or occupation, as needed
• Other Requirements: Must obtain and maintain mandatory, state, federal requirements and certifications as needed; Must have expert Excel skills; Must have strong computer, software and Internet skills; Must have strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills; Must have strong interpersonal skills; Must be able to adhere to all terms and conditions set forth in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook
• We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.