What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at Find Great People | FGP?
Job Description
Role and Responsibilities
Must be very attentive to detail, accurate, organized, and respectful of confidential information.
Process payroll. Must understand gross to net calculations, pre and post-tax deductions, proper payroll procedures and reporting. Maintain payroll and human resources files.
Prepare journal entries (recurring and non-recurring), review for accuracy and post entries prepared by others (primarily cash receipting, accounts payable, and miscellaneous disbursements).
Approve expense reports submitted via Concur, initiate payment, and import transactions into accounting software.
Prepare month end reconciliations (primarily bank reconciliations for multiple accounts).
Maintain vendor and customer files (W-9s, contact information, direct deposit information).
Prepare and file Forms 1099.
Code and review payment requests including proper 1099 coding.
Cross train with and back-up for cash receipting and disbursements.
Maintain office equipment and office supplies.
Assist Treasurer in maintaining property, casualty, and workers compensation insurance records.
Assist Treasurer in distribution and processing of Statistical Tables.
Assist Treasurer with preparation for financial statement audit
Assist Treasurer with pricing, scheduling, and follow up on building maintenance & repairs
Communicate with local church leadership, Conference employees, and others to address questions.
Provide support in interpreting and coach on best practices around accounting, controls, tax compliance
Committee administration to include maintaining membership roster, emailing meeting notices, ordering and preparing refreshments, taking minutes, etc. for : Council on Finance and Administration, Annual Conference Trustees, Trustees of the United Methodist Conference Center, and others as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the treasurer.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business, or related field with at least 5 years of experience relevant to this position OR 7 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Skills
Understanding and using accounting software
Strong Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point)
Understanding of GAAP
Understanding of state and federal payroll tax regulations
Ability to communicate and coach customers on best practices in accounting including tax matters
Ability to be a team leader and coach
Ability to engage in continuous learning (self-motivated) to develop new skills and expertise.
Additional Notes
Be sympathetic with the Christian faith and purposes of the United Methodist Denomination
