Senior Accountant at Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte – Charlotte, North Carolina

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Accountant position is responsible for managing and overseeing the accounting operations for designated areas within the Diocese.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Reconciles balance sheet accounts to Raisers Edge.

2. Responsible for reviewing payroll to include timesheets, hours recorded, rates, taxes, check requests, and all other aspects of payroll.

3. Responsible for reviewing cash receipts logs. Cash receipt logs originate from each office and are sent to the Junior Accountant. The Junior Accountant compiles the information onto summary logs, which are then submitted for review to the Senior Accountant.

4. Responsible for processing the operating account bank reconciliation, preparing health insurance billing, recording in-kind donations/service hours, and various other month-end items.

5. Prepares and posts month-end journal entries to include verification that all journal entries have been processed.

6. Responsible for month-end reporting. Compiles monthly reports for the Executive Director, Office Directors, Program Directors, Treasurer of CSS Board, and Controller. Meets with the Executive Director monthly to review financial statements.

7. Responsible for maintaining the budget process. Works with the Executive Director and Office Directors to plan and compile budgets. Maintains the budget throughout the year, making any adjustments needed.

8. Responsible for working with Office Directors and Program Directors to ensure proper accounting procedures are being followed, grant requirements are being met, answering questions, and assisting in research.

9. Responsible for processing sales tax returns.

10. Responsible for the compilation of schedules to complete the annual financial audit.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

DIRECT REPORTS:

• Jr. Accountant

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or MBA preferred.

Experience

• At least three years’ experience in accounting and auditing; preferably with a not-for-profit organization.

Skills

• Proficient with Excel and accounting software
• Experience with Sage Intacct and Fund Accounting preferred
• Ability to work both independently and with a team