Senior Accountant: Nonprofit

Senior Accountant: Nonprofit

We are a growing non-profit organization based in Cleveland, Ohio that offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities to grow within the organization, and the ability to improve the communities we serve.

CHN Housing Partners: CHN is a highly seasoned, nonprofit affordable housing developer, housing service provider and residential mortgage lender that works with its partners to solve major housing challenges for low-income people and under-served communities. Through our partnerships we have developed over 7,000 affordable homes, and each year serve over 60,000 families through a wide array of housing services. We work in Ohio and neighboring states, including Michigan, to preserve and expand affordable housing, and build equitable communities. By investing in affordable housing, we are investing in families, communities, and the economy. We are investing in the power of the permanent address.

Position Summary: This position will manage the daily general ledger accounting activity as well as periodic reconciliations, monthly grant draw requests and reporting for multiple funds and programs. The rate of pay for this position is $74,000 - $80,000 per year, commensurate with experience (FLSA Exempt).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process the daily activities of the accounting department and ensure that all program month-end, and year-end reconciliations are completed accurately and on time
• Manage financial status of multiple program grants. This includes preparing monthly draw requests and funding reports plus tracking grant spending and cash flow.
• Analyze financial data and create reports for management, stakeholders, and external parties, such as funders or lenders
• General ledger reconciliation responsibilities for multiple funds and programs
• Prepare work papers and audit schedules for the annual audit and various program audits
• Assist other departments with periodic requests for financial data
• Keep informed about the latest developments in the finance industry and ensure that all accounting processes align with GAAP and the protocols as outlined in the accounting procedures manual
• Maintain records and reports required by partners and funders as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• BA/BS in accounting
• Three to five years of accounting experience with a focus on account reconciliation and program analysis

Skills

• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
• Demonstrates proactive approach to problem solving with strong decision-making capability
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands and demonstrate the highest level of customer service and response
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including internal and external partners
• Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to be effective independently, prioritize conflicting needs; handle matters expeditiously, proactively, and follow-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.
• Proficiency with computers, especially bookkeeping software, and MS Office
• Strong understanding of accounting principles

Preferred

• Three to five years of federal grant compliance and reporting experience
• CPA

Critical Competencies

• Detail oriented, efficient, and accurate

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards.
• Regular and punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards.

Why Should You Apply?

• You want to be part of an organization where the work you do will have a positive and lasting difference in the community.
• Great benefits.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and/or professional development.