Accountant

2 weeks ago

Charleston, United States Coastal Conservation League Full time

Summary:

The Accountant is responsible for overseeing the financial management of the organization and ensuring that the financial reporting complies with legal requirements and best practices in the nonprofit sector. The position involves managing day-to-day financial operations, preparing financial statements, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting the organization's budgeting and grant reporting processes.

Essential Functions:

  • Prepare, review, and maintain accurate financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
  • Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for nonprofits and IRS requirements for 501(c)(3) organizations.
  • Manage restricted and unrestricted funds, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of grants and donor contributions.
  • Prepare financial reports for grant proposals and ensure timely and accurate submission of financial statements to grantors and funding agencies.
  • Ensure adherence to internal financial policies and procedures, as well as compliance with state and federal laws and regulations for nonprofit organizations.
  • Coordinate and prepare for annual financial audits, including liaising with external auditors and preparing audit schedules.
  • Process payroll and ensure the accurate calculation and disbursement of salaries, taxes, and benefits for all employees.
  • Maintain records related to payroll and employee benefits, ensuring compliance with tax and labor laws.
  • Work closely with the development team to ensure donor contributions are recorded and tracked properly within the financial system.
  • Reconcile donations between the donor database and accounting software to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Perform regular maintenance and data cleanup of accounting databases to ensure accurate records.
  • Complete month-end reconciliations for bank and investment accounts.
  • Supply financial data for lobbying registrations and filings as required by regulations.
  • Provide timely financial reports and respond to ad-hoc financial information requests.
  • Assist in the annual budgeting process, working with various departments to ensure accurate financial projections.
  • Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, lead and implement special projects including risk management initiatives and best practices implementation.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Authorities:

None

Competencies:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Organizational skills
  • Strong Analytical skills
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to act in a professional and friendly manner.
  • Adaptable to changing priorities.
  • Ability to complete tasks individually and function as part of a team
Required Education and Experience
  • Bachelors' degree in Accounting, Finance or Related Field
  • 3 - 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a non-profit environment
  • Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar)
Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Masters' Degree
  • 6+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a non-profit environment
  • Blackbaud Financial Edge software experience
  • QuickBooks Online software experience
  • Donor management software experience (e.g., Every Action).
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, FASB regulations, and IRS reporting requirements for nonprofits.
  • CPA or CMA Certification preferred.


Work Environment

This is an office-based role with occasional meetings or events outside of normal business hours.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, and climb stairs. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Travel

Some local travel may be required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Other duties may be required in the job as requested by the Supervisor.

Benefits

The Coastal Conservation League offers a competitive suite of benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability; life insurance, 403(b) retirement and generous paid time off policies.

Equal Opportunity

Cultivating a diverse and inclusive team is an essential component of the Conservation League's commitment to advancing equity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The Coastal Conservation League is an equal opportunity employer. The Conservation League does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit, and business need.

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