Director of Accounting

Minneapolis Jewish Federation envisions a Jewish community that is empowered, engaged, and inspired to realize its full protentional. TITLE: Director of Accounting FUNCTIONAL AREA: Finance and Accounting STATUS: Regular, full-time, exempt SALARY: $90,000 to $110,000 annual Minneapolis Jewish Federation is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Director of Accounting to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive accounting experience, and a strategic mindset. REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (master's degree or CPA desirable) EXPERIENCE: 10+ years of progressively responsible accounting and finance experience with at least 5+ in the nonprofit sector with: Hands-on day-to-day accounting and reporting tasks including general ledger and financial statement preparation responsibilities. Audit and income tax preparation QUALIFICATIONS: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. In-depth knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, standards, and regulations and strong knowledge of nonprofit tax laws and regulations. Experience with financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting. Strong proficiency in accounting software, financial reporting tools, and Microsoft Excel and Word. Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment. Excellent attention to detail. SCHEDULE FLEXIBILITY: Ability to work non-traditional hours dependent on project/organization needs. RESPONSIBILITIES: Accounting Leadership: Provide strategic leadership to our accounting department, overseeing financial operations and compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and regulations. Hands On Accounting: Perform various accounting tasks including: General ledger – cash receipts, journal entries, month end and year end close, account reconciliations, and bank recs. Pledge/Grant subsidiary ledger – reconcile to accounts in general ledger. Accounts payable distributions – AP review, distribution selection, and ACH reports. Foundation accounting – Review Grants and consolidate accounting information into general ledger and funds detail worksheet. Annual audit – planning, confirmations, audit workpapers, and consolidated financial statements preparation. Tax returns – planning, tax workpapers, and tax returns review. Stock gifts – sell and maintain records of donor stock gifts. Donor inquiries – provide timely answers and information to donors as needed. Special projects as needed by CFO and other leadership staff Reporting: Prepare reports for senior leadership including: Quarterly department sources and uses of funds statements including variance analyses. Quarterly consolidated financial statements for bank. Annual tax receipt notices to donors. Annual consolidated financial statements and notes for audit. Management and other reports as needed by CFO and other leadership staff. Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis, forecasting, and planning to support informed decision-making and maximize financial resources for our mission, and as needed by CFO and other staff. Team Development and Supervision: Mentor and supervise accounting staff. Process Improvement and Policies/Internal Controls: Identify and implement process enhancements to streamline financial operations and ensure fiscal responsibility and adherence to accounting policies and internal controls. Compliance: Ensure adherence to all nonprofit accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and tax obligations. Participation and Attendance: Attend meetings and participate in Federation events, community events, and conferences (onsite, offsite, and out-of-town). #J-18808-Ljbffr