Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Department: Finance

Status: Full-time

Who We Are
At Sertoma Star Services, we're on a mission to empower individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and those living with mental illness to reach their goals and lead fulfilling lives. With a strategic presence in South Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, we proudly serve over 2,000 consumers through a diverse range of vocational, educational, therapeutic, and residential programs.
Sertoma Star Services' roots trace back to the merger of two dynamic social services organizations, New Star and Sertoma Centre combining over 125 years of expertise in providing cutting-edge, person-first services. Our united commitment is straightforward: to transform lives through delivering comprehensive services, choices, and opportunities to those we support in an environment that promotes self-advocacy and personal success.
By joining the Sertoma Star Team you will have a unique opportunity to challenge limits and change lives. Together, we can shape a brighter future for those we serve.

Your Role
The Accounting Manager is responsible for the financial reporting for the agency and supervision of the accounting department staff.

Responsibilities
• Manages the preparation of the financial statements for submission to administration, Board of Directors, and required governmental agencies to meet established deadlines and quality, including maintaining monthly journal files and supporting documentation.
• Oversees the management of the Agency cash accounts making sure all necessary transfers are made to ensure enough coverage for payroll and A/P requirements.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include but are not limited to recruiting, onboarding, and training employees, performance management; and conflict resolution.
• Prepares monthly financial statement variance analysis and explanations. Follow up on significant variances with agency staff.
• Responsible for reviewing all the month-end financial reports to ensure every report reconcile to each other.
• Supervises the monthly allocation process and the preparation and distribution of all the month-end financial reports.
• Prepares assigned account reconciliations, research variance, and prepare related journal entries. Provide recommendations for process improvements, as needed.
• Prepares and provide required documentation for the various financial audits done annually in a timely manner.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration required. CPA preferred.
• Proficient in AICPA accounting standards.
• Five (5) years' experience with accounting functions and operations.
• Minimum of two (2) years supervisory experience.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Successful experience working in an organized and goal directed team environment.
• Proficient in the use of computers, software applications, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Valid driver's license and documentation of current auto insurance, with an acceptable motor vehicle report.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Employer Paid Insurance: Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Health, Safety, and Culture
Sertoma Star is an equal opportunity employer that embraces the uniqueness of every person. Sertoma understands that in order for you to work effectively and be an advocate of inclusivity, we must foster an environment that is respectful and sensitive to persons of all gender identities and from every cultural, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial background. Our open-door, team-building concept supports both agency goals and employee success.

Pay Range: $75,000 - $80,000 per year