Senior Accountant

POSITION OVERVIEW

Fallen Patriots is seeking an experienced, hands-on Senior Accountant to work together with the

Assistant Controller, VP of Finance and Chief Financial Officer on all finance, accounting and reporting

activities supporting Fallen Patriots’ operations. Essential requirements include a minimum of 3-5 years’

accounting experience, strong IT skills, highly effective communication and people management skills,

and a proactive and meticulous approach. Salesforce and Intacct experience preferred. Advanced excel

skills required.

PRIMARY RESPONSABILITIES

Financial Reporting:

· Directly responsible for all Programs reporting to ensure management has the required information to

direct the Programs team in a timely manner

· Consistently analyze financial data and present reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly

communicate monthly, quarterly and annual grant reporting; monitor progress, prepare financial

outlooks and financial forecasts and keep Controller abreast of any changes.

· Prepare project budgets and financial reports for restricted donations.

· Prepare financial analysis as needed

Accounting Functions and Financial Systems:

· Oversee accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP

standards and regulatory requirements.

· Assist in coordinating audit activity and preparing detailed audit schedules.

· Maintain accounts receivable and accounts payable and execute A/R and A/P transactions.

· Prepare scholarship payables and payments on a weekly (as needed) basis

· Reconcile the accounting system to the CRM (Salesforce) in real time.

Budgets, Cash Flow Management and Controls:

· Assist in managing the annual budget process, providing guidance and support to Programs

Department and other team members where needed.

· Maintain internal control and safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs and program budgets and actual

expenses.

· Review balance sheet, income statements and sub-ledgers for accuracy.

Other Projects:

· Support strategic and annual planning and participate in a wide variety of special projects, reports and

initiatives as required

· Create and prepare reports on an as needed basis for management

REQUIRMENTS

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

· Bachelor's degree from a 4-year accredited college or university.

· Prefer Bachelors or Advanced Degree/Certification in Accounting; CPA/MBA a plus with experience in

non-profit accounting

· Minimum 3-5 years of accounting experience, demonstrating a clear increase in responsibilities

· Advanced knowledge of accounting and reporting software – Experience with Salesforce and Sage

Intacct a plus

· Advanced Excel skills

· Strong experience managing reporting, budget development and analysis, general ledger, accounts

payable, accounts payable and receivable and banking

· Advanced knowledge utilizing and maintaining accounting systems.

· Well organized, logical thinking decision-maker with an analytical, detailed approach to researching

and problem solving

· Strong people skills; ability to manage work collaboratively across the organization.

Skills and Attributes:

· Has the ability to work and interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.

· Excellent written and communication skills.

· Keen analytic, organization and problem-solving skills; experience in effectively communicating key

data, including presentations to senior management.

· Ability to translate financial concepts to individuals at all levels in the organization – including nonfinance

employees.

· Ability to work in a fast paced, team environment with rapidly changing priorities.

· Meticulous attention to detail – demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, organized, monitors own

work to ensure quality.

· Independent problem-solving ability.

· Customer-oriented, positive attitude; and

· Commitment to a work environment that incorporates Fallen Patriots’ cultural values: Mission- Driven,

Professional, Direct, Naturally collaborative and Collegial.

· Military connection a plus: service member or family

Disclaimer:

· The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed

by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,

duties and skills required of personnel so classified. **MAY PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED*

INSTRUCTIONS

Please submit an application here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4294382669
Contact email: contact@fallenpatriots.org