General Accounting Manager

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is seeking an experienced General Accounting Manager to support a variety of corporate accounting functions and provide oversight and guidance to Accounting Department staff. This position will report to the Corporate Controller.

With a mission to build affordable homes with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, People’s Self-Help Housing is the longest-serving nonprofit developer on California’s Central Coast. We serve low-income working families, farmworkers, seniors, and veterans and provide welcoming environments for those living with disabilities and for the formerly homeless. Along with building and managing beautiful and accessible neighborhoods in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties, we offer a broad array of programs to promote health, education, and connections to community-based resources.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week, 5 days per week). Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Salary DOE, with a very competitive benefit package including:

• Employer-paid Medical/Dental/Vision, LTD/STD
• Pension Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays and Sick Time
• Employer investment in professional education and employee wellness
• An excellent, supportive staff and work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Controller with supervision and training of the accounting staff.
• Primary responsibility for ensuring timely and accurate month-end close and production of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist in preparation of budgets for the Corporation.
• Perform monthly analysis of revenue and expenses, comparing budget to actual variances, and identifying reasons for differences.
• Prepare routine financial reports and ad-hoc reports for operational review and decision making.
• Provide accounting assistance to department managers.
• Assist in the scheduling and preparation of annual tax returns.
• Assist with preparing required schedules, analyses and footnotes for year-end financial statements and audits.
• In conjunction with the CFO, Director of Accounting and Finance, and Controller, supervise and maintain the Corporation’s internal control systems.
• Maintain understanding of current fiscal regulations of applicable Federal, State and local programs, and under the direction of the CFO, Director of Accounting and Finance, and Controller, prepare required reports for submittal to appropriate agencies.
• Assist with review and evaluation of accounting software systems and make recommendations for updating the corporate systems.
• Assist in the development or revision of internal accounting and control systems to maintain the integrity of financial statements and document those processes.
• As directed, attend various corporate meetings, including Board of Directors, Finance Committee and annual meeting.
• Attend appropriate seminars and other training sessions for the purpose of updating knowledge of accounting systems.

Requirements:

• Minimum of five years management experience in a comparable environment.
• Non-Profit accounting experience a plus, but not required.
• Experience in and general knowledge of, personal computers with a high level of proficiency using Excel, Word, Sage or equivalent accounting Software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting. Commensurate experience in lieu of an advanced degree considered.
• Ability to analyze data and communicate results.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Familiarity with non-profit and cost accounting.
• Familiarity with multiple entities & related parties.
• Intermediate or Advanced Excel.
• Ability to work effectively as a representative of PSHHC to government agencies and the general public.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize workflow.
• Takes personal ownership over tasks and asks for help, when needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of all financial data.
• CPA license preferred.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license, automobile liability insurance and have access to a reliable vehicle.