Senior Accountant

Experienced Senior Accountant

Starting Salary $80K

Ingleside is an organization of people imbued with a spirit of giving. As the not-for-profit parent of the Ingleside family of communities and affiliates, we lead Ingleside at Rock Creek, Westminster at Lake Ridge and Ingleside at King Farm, the Westminster Ingleside Foundation, and Ingleside at Home. All our programs and services provide exceptional experiences for the older adults we serve, as well as employees, volunteers and partners. Our work reflects our Vision, Mission and Values.

Job Requirements:

Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Knowledge of Statutory accounting principles for Continuing Care Retirement Communities in Washington, DC, Maryland and/or Virginia is preferred. Strong analytical and accounting skills. Intermediate to advanced experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook or similar programs. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of major accounting software package for general ledger - Advanced Answers on Demand (MatrixCare) preferred. Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment. Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills. The individual will be expected to work with minimal up-front guidance and take ownership of his/her work product. The individual will work closely with all major functional leaders of the organization. Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills. Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness. Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited university. Successful completion of the CPA Exam is preferred with sufficient hours to sit for the exam sections a minimum requirement. Two to four years progressively responsible experience in the public accounting or continuing care retirement communities industry preferred.

Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for preparing accurate and timely financial reports and statements for various entities. The Senior Accountant will review and analyze the financial information and will ensure proper accounting controls and procedures are adhered to.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform full accounting cycle functions as assigned including, but not limited to, timely and accurate posting, balancing, and reconciliation of the general ledger for each entity.
• Prepares work papers, financial statements and various reports for internal accounting and auditing.
• Researches and analyzes fluctuations and variances between current financial results compared to prior year, prior month, and budgeted amounts.
• Assist in providing follow-up and documentation of significant variances.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements. Coordinate distribution of financial and other supporting reports to both internal and external reporting requirements.
• Assists and works with independent auditors to ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements.
• Assists in preparation of monthly management report and accompanying schedules, worksheets and narratives, including "Budget vs. Actual" variance reports
• Recommend changes in accounting systems and procedures.
• Assists with proper expenditure coding, document preparation, and other accounting-related activities.
• Works with Executive Director and Department Managers in compilation of annual budget.
• Meets at least monthly with Executive Director and departmental staff to review expenditures vs. budget, analyze performance, identify operational/financial issues and corresponding resolution.
• Act as liaison with external tax auditors for the preparation of the Form 990 tax returns.
• Establish processes and procedures that allow for monthly books to be "closed" within 10 working days in coordination with accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll.
• Coordinate and submit Bond Draw reimbursement packages on a monthly basis to various financial institutions.
• Reviews work completed by other staff, including but not limited to HR, payroll coordinator, accounts payable personnel and any other designated staff to ensure accurate financial information. Coordinate and resolve various issues with bank such as cleared check differences, bank fee anomalies, targeted balance calculations and enhancements to online services.
• Coordinates and assists in recording intercompany transactions capturing shared costs among all communities, and allocating appropriately.
• Provide back-up month-end support for duties assigned to other accountants as needed.
• Document policies, procedures and workflow for assigned areas of responsibility
• Present monthly financial information at resident town hall meetings and the monthly resident finance committee meetings. On occasion attend and present financial information at the Board Finance Committee meeting.
• Contribute to department and organization special projects as assigned.

• Maintains professional presence when representing Ingleside; exhibits degree of professionalism consistent with standards in performance, behavior, and appearance.

• Demonstrates professional development/skills competency in all activities.

• Complies with applicable safety policies and procedures as prescribed by the organization, as well as government regulations.

EEO STATEMENT

As an employer committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, Ingleside recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.