General Fund Accounting Manager

Overview

THE SALVATION ARMY
North and Central Illinois Division
Chicago, IL

Job Title: General Fund Accounting Manager

Location/Dept: Divisional Headquarters/Finance Department

Reports To: Divisional Director of Finance

People Manager: Yes

FLSA Category: Full Time, Exempt

Pay Grade: 410

Pay Rate: $84,898 – $104,000 Annually

Summary: Manage all aspects of the General Fund accounting operations including accounts receivable, accounts payable, budgeting, month end processing, fiscal year-end reporting and audit support.

Responsibilities

• Supervision/Management:
  • Provide overall management and oversight to General Fund accounting activities.
  • Provide financial consultation to General Fund department directors and staff as required, including researching and resolving questions.
  • Supervise the General Fund Senior Accountant, General Fund Staff Accountant, and Accounts Payable Accountant.
• Planning and Administration:
  • Ensure that the daily activities of the General Fund operate smoothly and efficiently.
  • Oversee the documentation of workflows and procedures for General Fund accounting activities.
  • Provide support to the Divisional Director of Finance as requested.
• Financial Services / Activities:
  • Coordinate the development of the General Fund’s annual operating budget.
  • Assist with standard assessment calculations for budget preparations.
  • Prepare and maintain standard assessments and journal entries.
  • Contribute to the Quarterly Management report to THQ.
  • Manage the monthly and year-end closing process, ensuring completion on a timely basis.
  • Prepare monthly financial report, including variance analyses with explanations, for review by Divisional Headquarters Divisional Finance Board.
  • Review, analyze and reconcile various general ledger accounts, including timely resolution of reconciling items.
  • Oversee bank reconciliations monthly, including timely resolution of reconciling items.
  • Review cash flow needs on a weekly basis, providing recommendations as required.
  • Review and approve journal entries prepared by General Fund accounting staff and Peoria-based accounting staff as needed.
  • Provide back up on banking relationships and online access / reporting capabilities.
  • Provide assistance with THQ’s consolidation process.
  • Respond to internal audit requests as necessary.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education
  • A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field. In lieu of an Accounting degree, extensive experience in accounting will be considered.
• Experience
  • Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in accounting and financial analysis, preferably in a non-profit environment, with a demonstration of analytical ability.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, Excel) and PC-based accounting/financial reporting applications.
• Competencies
  • Willing to promote the mission of The Salvation Army.
  • Service-oriented interpersonal style; ability to work with client departments.
  • Project and priority management, problem solving, and teamwork skills.
  • Strong communication, diplomacy, and judgment; nonprofit accounting knowledge is preferred.
  • Respect for diversity and ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Other Conditions

• Physical demands: light to moderate physical work; standard office equipment usage.
• Work environment: office with low noise; travel may be required; valid driver’s license required.
• Reporting relationships: reports to the Divisional Director of Finance; interaction with internal and external contacts as a representative of The Salvation Army.
• Performance measures: evaluation based on timely and accurate achievement of goals and service effectiveness.

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.