Staff Accountant

Accounting Senior

Supervisor: Director of Finance

Status: Full-time Exempt

Location: Memphis, TN (Onsite) or Remote (Applicants in proximity to Memphis work 4 days a week onsite)

Passionate about serving others, Kappa Delta is a leading for-impact, women's organization. Since 1897, we've focused on our values, offering women countless opportunities to build confidence and inspire them to action. Kappa Delta cultivates an experience where women are encouraged to excel academically, develop leadership skills and become responsible citizens in their communities. With 168 collegiate chapters on campuses across the United States and more than 220 alumnae chapters globally, Kappa Delta has over 280,000 members worldwide. As an organization, we are committed to fostering an environment that encourages its members and staff to be the best versions of themselves every day. As an equal opportunity employer, we offer opportunities for upward growth, competitive pay, flexible hours, retirement plan matches and medical, vision and dental benefits.

Located in Memphis, Tennessee, Kappa Delta's National Headquarters is operated by an executive director and a professional staff numbering over 50 — both onsite and remote. We work together with volunteers to carry out the mission of the organization.

Position Summary:

The Accounting Senior will provide support for three legal entities-Kappa Delta Sorority, Kappa Delta Foundation, and Nautilus Management, Inc, Kappa Delta's national housing corporation. The position will support both the Senior Accounting Manager as well as the Director of Finance in a multitude of traditional accounting activities including payroll, accounts payable, general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and support of budget and forecasting activities.

Essential Duties and Functions:

• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing including maintaining payroll system and records ensuring data integrity and confidentiality
• Assist with timely and accurate process of invoices and payments, compliance with company policies and procedures, including overseeing company credit card system
• Preparation and review of the monthly journal entries and internal financial statements
• Assist with the annual budget and P&L forecasts
• Preparation of long-term projections and financial modeling projects
• Assist with annual audit effort, including report and schedule preparation
• Research important accounting issues and suggest best practices and applications in accordance with accounting standards
• Drive automation efforts and other process improvement processes
• Liaise with BTA on special projects and system upgrades impacting the accounting department
• Assist finance team with various treasury functions including cash and investment tracking and forecasting, monitoring of debt arrangements, facility fees and chapter house loans, and preparation of related reporting
• Assist team with any ad hoc research and special projects
• Preparation of sales and property tax returns; liaise with external firms on other annual tax returns and licenses
• Mentor and guide accounting staff
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree required, with an emphasis in business or accounting or related field, 3 to 5 years of experience

· Solid understanding of GAAP accounting standards, accounting terminology and fundamentals

· Strong interpersonal, supervisory, and customer service skills required

· Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint) required

· Exceptional written and verbal communication skills enabling effective communication with all levels of management

· Analytical skills and problem solving in a fast-paced environment

· Strong organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, work independently and meet deadlines

· Team-oriented professional with ability to liaise with other departments as needed

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Must be able to operate a computer and navigate applications with a smart phone, computer, and/or tablet.
• Position may require prolonged periods of sitting and/or walking.
• Must be able to use hand and arms for repetitive movement such as movement of wrists, hands, and fingers while typing.
• Must be able to converse verbally with colleagues via phone and computer programs.
• Vision required to see electronic devices

Job responsibilities and tasks are subject to change based on the needs of the organization and at the direction of the Director of Finance or Executive Director.