SVP, Accounting and Financial Reporting

About This Role

The SVP of Accounting and Financial Reporting will oversee the operations of the Accounting and Finance Departments for the agency, including accounting operations, audits, budgets, payroll, and financial statements. This role involves preparing various financial reports for stakeholders and supervising accounting and revenue cycle staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Cash Flow management, Internal and External Financial Reporting, and Forecasting
• Lead the timely month-end closing process and ensure the accuracy of all general ledger postings and monthly analysis
• Collaborate with VP of Finance and AVP of Finance on annual planning and rolling forecasts; deliver insightful budget-to-actual analysis and variance narratives
• Manage the annual audit and work with outside auditors to produce reports, reconciliations, schedules, and other documents in a timely manner
• Responsible for the maintenance of a system of internal controls, ensuring compliance with fiscal policies and procedures
• Lead initiatives and provide oversight for integrating financial workflow operations across system platforms to enable better efficiencies
• Manage the completion of the Consolidated Fiscal Report, maintaining a thorough knowledge of reimbursement rules and regulations in both New York and New Jersey
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the entire agency, assisting and preparing various reports to provide guidance and support to program services and administrative departments
• Build and mentor a high-performing accounting team; set clear goals, coaching rhythms, and development plans

Requirements

• BA in Accounting
• 10+ years of accounting experience
• 5+ years supervisory experience
• 5+ years of government funding experience
• Excellent knowledge of Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong project management skills

Qualifications

• BA in Accounting; Master's or CPA preferred
• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably working with not-for-profit organizations, with 5+ years supervisory experience and 5+ years of government funding experience (preferably with OPWDD)

Nice to Have

• Master's degree
• CPA certification
• Experience working with not-for-profit organizations
• Experience with OPWDD government funding

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits