Title: Accounting Manager

Classification: Full-time (salary, exempt)

Reports to: Chief Operating & Finance Officer

Job Summary: We are looking for a focused, industrious, and restoration-passionate accountant, who will play an integral role in managing and overseeing the daily financial operations of an organization with a budget of $6 million. This position will oversee the Staff Accountant and will work closely with the Human Resource Administrator as well as many other supportive and collaborative staff.

About NRF:

The Newport Restoration Foundation is a non-profit located in charming Newport, RI and was founded by philanthropist Doris Duke in 1968. It has preserved over 80, 18th and 19th century buildings on Aquidneck Island, that are leased through a stewardship program. It also operates a museum: Rough Point, the home of Doris Duke. For more information about the organization visit newportrestoration.org.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000 (commensurate with experience)

Generous benefits include:

100% employer paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (eligible the first of the month following date of hire)
Health savings account contribution
401(k) contribution (not a match)
Employer paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
15 vacation days
10 sick days
12 holidays
Professional development assistance

Great work environment located on the ocean in Newport, RI with free on-site parking.

Possibility of hybrid work after a successful introductory period.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Prepare and post monthly journal entries
Review biweekly payroll before processing and record payroll entry
Review general ledger on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy of posting
Assist the Human Resources Administrator with benefit calculations
Provide reports as needed for the Development & Donor Relations Manager
Monitor accounts receivables, predominantly tenant receivables through a property management software package
Review accounts payables to ensure they have been properly coded
Supervise full-time Staff Accountant
Review the annual 1099’s for filing
Coordinate and direct the preparation of budgets and projections
Assist with annual financial and workers’ comp audits
Provide necessary information for the annual 990 tax return
Monitor and analyze financial accounting data
Prepare quarterly employer 401k distribution reports and annual 401k reconciliations
Process biweekly payroll during absence of Human Resource Administrator
Monitor and analyze department work to develop more efficient procedures and resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy
Assist with various human resources related projects as necessary
Respond to inquiries from the Chief Operating & Finance Officer regarding financial results, special reporting and the like

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field is preferred
At least 7 years of accounting experience, preferably 2 in non-profit accounting
Proficient in the use of QuickBooks desktop version and some familiarity with payroll software
Superior data management and data analysis skills
Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and practices
Good judgement, with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information
Ability to work independently, with little supervision
Driven, self-motivated, and goal oriented
Detail-oriented with a passion for accuracy

The job description is meant to outline the role, but not define potential candidates.

If you are interested in this position, please submit a cover letter and résumé. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a final closing date of 11/22/2024.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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