Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager, Administration                         

Location: Hartford, CT – In office position

Reports to:  Chief Financial Officer

AGENCY DESCRIPTION:

One of the oldest organizations of its kind in the country, Community Partners in Action (CPA) was founded nearly 150 years ago to champion criminal justice reform and advocate for preserving the dignity of those in and out of prison. Through our programs that include reentry and housing, youth initiatives, a nationally recognized Prison Arts Program, and holistic alternatives to incarceration, we provide a long-term impact that positively transforms individuals and society at large. Annually serving nearly 7,000 individuals throughout Connecticut, our work is possible due to partnerships with and support from individuals, government, private funders, organizations, and businesses.

CPA is guided by our BEDI (Belonging, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) culture. WE ARE COMMITTED to building and maintaining an inclusive, equitable workplace and COMPELLED to have a constructive impact on criminal justice reform in CT that ends racial inequities and ensures the humanity and dignity of those interacting with the system.  Read more about our BEDI culture at https://cpa-ct.org/our-bedi-journey/

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Accounting Manager is responsible for managing and performing various accounting functions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and CPA's accounting, audit, and reporting requirements and policies.  Activities include developing, implementing, and maintaining the accounting system and the fiscal policies and procedures.  The Accounting Manager will collaborate with the CFO to meet the agency's strategic needs.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, fixed assets, payroll, reconciliations, and internal management reporting.
• Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT and non-profit accounting experience are strongly preferred.
• Minimum three years of supervisory experience.
• Self-motivated individual with effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and prioritize the work appropriately.
• Able to adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment and implement changes quickly and accurately.
• Strong emotional intelligence, decision making, analytical, computer and organization skills.
• Valid driver's license required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and provide guidance to Staff Accountant and Accounts Payable/Payroll Administrator to ensure duties and responsibilities are carried out efficiently, effectively and accurately.  This includes but is not limited to:

• o accounts payable and purchase orders
• o accounts receivable
• o general ledger
• o fixed assets
• o grant and contract reporting
• o projection reports
• o payroll

• Provide backup to fiscal positions, as necessary.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including bank reconciliations.
• Conduct income/expense variance analysis.
• Record journal entries with supporting backup attached.
• Oversee and prepare grant and contract reports.
• Assist CFO with managing and compiling data and files for year-end financial and pension audits in collaboration with the Fiscal Team and Human Resources.
• Oversee vendor maintenance contracts to ensure timely renewal.

As appropriate, assist CFO with:

• preparing internal financial statements
• forecasting expenses and revenues
• establishing budgets
• reviewing and approving purchase orders

• In collaboration with Human Resources, manage and ensure accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly payroll.
• Promote a culture of respect, empathy, mutual support and belonging, working to eliminate any unconscious bias or discrimination in our beliefs, rules, and systems.
• Special projects as requested.
• All other duties as assigned.

An Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Affirmative Action