Accounting Manager at Terawork

• The ideal Finance and Accounting Manager will be responsible for managing the day-to-day finance and accounting operations, including entering journals, managing accounts receivable and payable, using financial technology systems, and other select finance-related administration.
• The Manager ensures timely reconciliation and reporting of all financial statements and prepares financial analyses for the Director and other key stakeholders as requested; and maintains fiscal records. The Manager serves as the primary contact for internal staff on invoicing, bill payments, cash receipts and revenue, and budgets. The Manager also implements and trains staff to use software that streamlines processes and improves the distribution and accessibility of financial information.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Ensuring day-to-day transactions such as accounts payable, cash receipts and accounts receivable, and payroll are recorded properly.
• Performing timely and accurate month-end journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations (e.g., net assets, investments, revenue, expenses, payroll allocations, etc.), ensuring that accounting schedules are updated and accurate.
• Ensuring proper revenue and expense recognition.
• Monitoring cash and investment balances and performing cash flow forecasting.
• Ensuring all finance and accounting operations comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and federal and state laws and regulations.
• Assisting in developing and monitoring departmental, project, and organizational budget; assisting with monthly financial reporting needs.
• Performing fiscal year-end close activities and assisting with activities and requirements of external auditors.
• Communicating regularly with the Head of Finance.
• Continually seeking and implementing opportunities to streamline and improve finance and accounting operations through technology including training staff to better utilize financial and accounting software.
• Managing select administration activities, such as state unemployment and income tax registrations.
• Other duties as assigned to meet organizational requirements

QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or relevant field required.
• ICAN, ACCA is a must have.
• 5 to 10 years in financial management and accounting, preferably in a technology organization.
• Supervisory experience a plus. Skills and Knowledge.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) with expertise in Excel required.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations.
• Proficiency and hands-on experience with financial management software (e.g., Sage Intacct, BILL) required.
• Experience overseeing the annual audit.
• Superior data management and data analysis skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.