Accounting Manager

WHO WE ARE: Personalized Independent Living Opportunities and Training, or P.I.L.O.T. Services, is a small organization providing Day Programs & Residential supports to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Being small has its advantages and we believe enables us to do so much more; and this sets us apart from the bigger operations out there. Become part of our team! If you are interested in promoting and supporting others and have a solid work ethic please seek us out for an interview.
P.I.L.O.T. Services is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to lead our Accounting Department. This position is located in our administrative office in Berlin, NJ. The candidate that is offered the position will report to the Berlin, NJ office. This is not a remote position. Reporting to the CFO, the Accounting Manager will supervise, track and evaluate day-to-day activities. Responsibilities include establishing strong financial controls and policies, and ensuring that work is processed and recorded correctly. The individual selected should show the ability to grow into the Controller role.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department including:
Supervise accounting staff of three
Maintain and update individuals' obligations to P.I.L.O.T. Services
Work with Social Security and DHS to ensure proper amounts are being received
month and end-year process
accounts payable/receivable oversight
Account analysis review
Review bank reconciliation process
general ledger oversight and adjustments
Supervise payroll processing and time keeping reporting
assist with budgeting
assist with cash forecasting
revenue and expenditure variance analysis
capital assets reconciliations
fixed asset activity
supervise billing function and act as back up
Monthly audits of consumer accounts, petty cash, and gas card activity
Year-end audit prep
Year-end audit process
Establishing and enforcing proper accounting methods, policies and principles
Work with Auditors
Provide the Executive team with meaningful, timely reports and metrics
Review all procedures for efficiency and timeliness of reporting
Anticipate the reporting needs and requirements of management and the organization.
Determine the company staffing needs for the Accounting Department
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Minimum 5 years of accounting supervisory experience
MBA/CPA helpful
Audit experience a must (internal or external)
Non-profit experience helpful but not necessary
DDD experience helpful but not necessary
Experience in establishing and maintaining strong internal controls
Experience using Peachtree accounting software helpful
COMPENSATION:
Salary range is $75,000 to $90,000 a year commensurate with experience
WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS:
Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
PTO
Paid Holidays
Competitive Compensation
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401 K
Life Insurance
COMPETENCIES:
Analytical-Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
Problem Solving-Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations
Teamwork-Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Managing People-Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff
Judgment-Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Continually required to sit
Continually utilize visual acuity to read technical information, and use a keyboard
Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
Frequently required to talk or hear
Occasionally required to stand
Occasionally required to walk
P.I.L.O.T. Services is an equal opportunity employer.