Accounting Manager - Felton Institute
Alameda, CA 94501
About the Job
Accounting Manager
Fiscal Department
Alameda, CA
Agency Overview
Felton Institute responds to the needs of our community by providing innovative, evidence-informed social services that transform lives. Our organization offers 50+ programs that address mental health, the unhoused, early care and education, those impacted by the justice system, transitional age youth, as well as aging adults. Our programs combine the latest scientific research with cultural sensitivity and a deep commitment to supporting and reflecting the communities we serve. Felton offers a dynamic, challenging, and supportive work environment where we encourage the use of professional development, that staff can utilize throughout their career.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Manager is responsible for general ledger management and overseeing routine accounting operations for the organization and the entities for which it provides accounting services. Oversight includes: GL reconciliations, journal entries, monthly contract billings, accounts payable and receivable, and month-end close. Additional responsibilities include monitoring program budgets and agency cash flow, preparing financial statements, and assisting with the annual agency audit and various program audits. Support the Controller with other duties and special projects.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
- Oversee the posting and maintenance of general ledger accounts, payroll transactions, accounts payable and general ledger adjustments
- Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures relating to financial management, budget and accounting
- Supervise all accounting functions up to and including preparation of financial statements
- Manage contract billings, allocations, and contract indirect cost allocations, as well as analysis on contract billings and other expenses
- Ensure an accurate and timely monthly and year-end close along with timely reporting of all monthly financial information
- Support the Controller
- Manage the daily activities of the accounting department
- Meet financial accounting objectives and perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance/Business Administration
- Minimum of five years of experience in broad accounting, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
- Supervisory experience, a plus
- Nonprofit experience preferred, but not required
- Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles (GAAP), practices, standards, laws and regulations
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and accounting software, with advanced working knowledge of Excel
- Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving and results
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Additional Information
Reports to: Finance Controller
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Onsite
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: 110000-130000 USD Annually (DOE)
Benefits (subject to election and eligibility): Fully-Paid Medical and Dental Plans; Health Reimbursement Card, Paid Time Off (personal, vacation, and sick time), 403B with company match.
Applying Instruction:
Candidates should apply for the position at our career page “careers.felton.org” OR directly email resumes to “jobs@felton.org”.
IMP NOTE: Job responsibilities are subject to change according to program requirements.