Associate Director, Accounting

The Associate Director, Accounting is responsible for maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements.  This position is responsible for maintaining the computerized financial reporting system to ensure that financial data is accurate.  Under the general direction of the Controller, plans, reviews and coordinates the work of the financial accounting division.  This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation, appropriate accounting control procedures and the support of budget and forecast activities. This position reports to the Controller and is a full time position working in a hybrid work environment in Baltimore, MD. BHSB will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

Essential Functions

• Plans, directs and supervises the work of financial reporting and general ledger accounting, oversees the posting and maintenance of general and subsidiary accounts, accounts payable and receivable processing.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements.
• Responsible for posting accounting transactions, journal entries, accruals and deferrals in a timely fashion.
• Coordinate monthly financial closing.
• Assists in the development of the administrative line-item budget.
• Prepare monthly financial reports with accompanying schedules and worksheets.
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.
• Track and maintain company insurance policies.
• Maintain licenses and registrations.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly and year end close processes.
• Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.
• Prepare for financial audit and assist in the coordination of the audit process.
• Assist in compiling financial data for corporate tax reporting to comply with federal and state government requirements.
• Prepares periodic internal financial and statistical statements and reports.

Other:

• Work effectively and collaboratively with others, both internally and externally to BHSB.

• Uphold and operationalize the values of BHSB, which are Integrity, Equity, Innovation, Collaboration and Quality.

• Consistently work to apply a lens of equity, inclusion and anti-racism.

• Serve as part of BHSB’s disaster response team as needed, in any capacity that is needed. 

• To perform assigned work functions, this position and those it supervises may have access to protected health information (PHI). It is expected that the employee will operate from a place of integrity and assume an ethical obligation to protect the security and confidentiality of all PHI in accordance with BHSB’s policies. 

• An offer of employment for this position at BHSB is contingent upon the results of a thorough background check which will require prior authorization from the candidate.  

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Four to six years progressively responsible experience in the accounting field, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• A minimum of three years supervisory experience is required. 
• Knowledge and a thorough understanding of financial reporting and general ledger structure
• Knowledge of principles and practices of professional accounting and routine auditing procedures
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to public fund accounting
• Ability to maintain general ledger accounts, compile, prepare and write financial reports
• Ability to perform complex financial analysis
• Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• An ability to work independently or as a team member with ability to multi-task is necessary.
• Fund accounting software knowledge is required. Knowledge of Abila/Sage Accounting Software is a plus.
• Ability to interact in a hybrid/virtual environment
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

Supervisory Requirements: This position supervises two positions.

This role may require travel to other locations for meetings and other business-related needs.  Ability to travel locally 10% of the time is required. It is important to have access to some form of transportation to travel to off-site meetings, conferences, and site visits.

Total Rewards:

BHSB's compensation strategy is based on our values and culture and is a step in our work toward becoming a justice-oriented, antiracist and inclusive organization. The organization offers its employees a competitive compensation package which includes base pay, comprehensive benefits plan and equitable, hybrid, family friendly work environment and practices.

This means that starting salaries are based on the requirements of each job and are non-negotiable, that the organization is not favoring people who are comfortable asking for a salary rate increase. The starting hourly/ annualized salary rate for this position is $93,517.

The benefits plan includes comprehensive Medical and HRA, Dental and Vision coverage, as well as a choice of 4 FSA plans and an employee paid Legal benefit. BHSB offers employer paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability as well as a 403(b) plan with employer contribution, generous PTO and 13 days paid holiday. Medical plan participants receive a $5,000/$10,000 debit card to cover eligible deductible and copay expenses, depending on chosen coverage.

Culture

BHSB is a nonprofit organization that provides leadership in advancing behavioral health and wellness. We advocate for and help guide innovative approaches to prevention, early intervention, treatment and recovery to help build healthier individuals, stronger families and safer communities. We work to demonstrate cultural competence and a commitment to the infusion of equity and inclusion principles into all areas of our work.

BHSB respects and values diversity and is committed to creating a culture that is inclusive. BHSB is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHSB strives to embody Integrity, Equity, Innovation, Collaboration and Quality in all of our work. We work to demonstrate cultural competence and a commitment to the infusion of equity and inclusion principles into all areas of our work.

BHSB values diverse experiences, including those who have had prior contact with the criminal legal system. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with arrest or conviction records, a fair chance at employment. 

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