Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta
Senior Accountant
POSITION: Full-time, Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Finance/Accounting
REPORTS TO: Assistant Controller
The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta works to inspire and lead our region toward equity and shared prosperity for all who call our region home. We do this work by providing quality services to donors and innovative leadership to grapple with the region's most pressing challenges, seizing opportunities to use both.
Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the Senior Accountant provides oversight relating to general ledger accounting and supports financial reporting services for the Foundation and its supporting organizations and drives continuous improvement throughout the department in support of the Foundation objectives.
Essential Functions of the Position:
- Responsible for supporting the full cycle accounting process of the Foundation's traditional funds and institutional donors.
- Oversee the processing of corporate credit card and employee reimbursement process for both the Foundation and supporting organizations.
- Assist with treasury functions related to accounts payable for ACH/wire template setup, positive pay, management of outstanding checks, and other items to support the team.
- Monitor and review submitted payment requests, if any, for payments to U.S. resident and non-U.S. resident consultants and entities to determine whether applicable withholding tax is necessary.
- Review journal entries to record general ledger activity, cash receipts, cash disbursements; travel expense reports, affiliate rebills, and monthly closing entries.
- Review general journal, cash receipts, and recurring semi-monthly payroll entries for all entities prepared by Staff Accountant including QTE transfer requests from Human Resources.
- Assist with the setup of new investment accounts in the general ledger by Fund.
- Review the reconciliation of various monthly balance sheet accounts including planned gifts, other non-investment assets, and gift and grant sub-ledgers to the general ledger as prepared by Staff Accountant.
- In conjunction with Senior Accountant-Shared Services and Supporting Organizations, review and prepare annual budget entries for all entities to be imported into accounting system as prepared by the Staff Accountant.
- Review the preparation and distribution of all the Forms 1099-MISC for the Foundation at year-end to recipients and Internal Revenue Service.
- Prepare and provide our auditors with various lead and supporting schedules, accounting details, and provide assistance in the preparation of the annual audit and federal tax return for the Foundation.
- Prepare materials necessary to meet monthly and annual financial reporting needs of the Foundation.
- Coordinate with the Assistant Controller on tasks delegated to the accounting team by monitoring the accurate and timely completion of such tasks and projects and provide guidance as necessary.
- Generate various ad hoc financial reports for the Assistant Controller, Controller, and CFO.
- Stay abreast of developments in the field of accounting, financial reporting, and tax compliance.
- Perform such other accounting duties as may be required to fulfill the responsibilities of other accounting personnel, in their absence, or as needed.
- Provide technical accounting guidance to the Accounting Staff as needed.
- Develop, mentor, cross-train, and lead accounting staff members through direct management and support.
- Analyze processes and controls; propose and implement improvements.
- Act as liaison with the Foundation bank contacts, accounting department vendors, and teams within the organization as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting
- A minimum of five years accounting experience, with at least two years of nonprofit experience.
- Sound knowledge of general accounting principles and nonprofit-specific accounting procedures
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word and the ability to effectively utilize accounting software
- Ability to generate data from an accounting system to prepare detailed financial reports and analyze statistical and financial information
- Sound leadership skills to effectively manage, develop and support staff in their growth
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and results oriented
- Self-starter with initiative to proactively investigate discrepancies and offer process improvements
- Excellent customer service and communication skills (listening, interpersonal, oral, written)
- Proficient writing, editing and proofreading skills with the ability to gather and organize information appropriate
- Excellent ability to organize and prioritize daily work, multiple requests or assignments, and deadlines, while managing long-term assignments
- A high degree of professionalism, confidence, and flexibility that allows the incumbent to work collaboratively and effectively with stakeholders and colleagues of diverse backgrounds
- Excellent ability to work well in a team environment, and maintain a good working relationship with staff, vendors, auditors, donors, financial institutions, and nonprofit partners
- Demonstrated clear commitment to equity of opportunity and a genuine respect for diversity, equity and inclusion
Other:
All employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (medical and religious exemption accommodation possible) within 30 days of hire. The Foundation operates in a hybrid working environment with staff working in-office three days per week and the opportunity to work two days remote per week, if in good standing.
Compensation:
To be determined based upon experience and qualifications. This position is currently being benchmarked with an anticipated salary range of $85,000-$90,000. This position is exempt, and employee is eligible for the Foundation's competitive health and benefits plan that includes:
- Paid time off:
- Two weeks accrued paid vacation.
- Two weeks accrued paid sick leave.
- Four mental health days
- Two personal days
- Two floating holidays
- Ten holidays
- Benefits:
- All benefits effective on date of hire no waiting period
- 100% employer-paid benefits (medical, dental, vision) for employee-only insurance plans
- 100% employer-paid life insurance and AD&D
- 100% employer-paid short-term disability and long-term disability
- 100% employer-paid parking downtown Atlanta or monthly MARTA card
- Affordable plans for legal insurance, critical illness, supplemental life, and more
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement:
- Immediate eligibility for employee contribution to 403b plan
- After one-year anniversary with organization, all employees receive an employer-paid contribution of 6% of their salary to a 403b plan regardless of if the employee contributes to retirement.
- Culture and Development:
- Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for each team member including training, resources, development opportunities, etc.
- Two Wellness Rooms for mental health with self-care items
- Fun monthly employee engagement activities
Due to the volume of candidates, we are unable to provide status updates to applicants or accommodate phone calls or walk-ins regarding open positions.
The Community Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta values diversity and inclusion; we honor the diverse needs, strengths, voices, and backgrounds of all individuals in our regional community.
