Accounting Manager
Fulltime Position - 40 hours per week Salary Range - ELIGIBLE FOR FULL BENEFITS For over 40 years, The Cooperative has been at the forefront of developing innovative strategies in maternal and child health care. We work to improve the region’s health by educating communities, advocating for system improvements, and engaging with stakeholders. The Cooperative is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) coalition of healthcare professionals and consumers licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health as the maternal and child health consortium serving the seven counties of South Jersey. The Cooperative is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage all qualified candidates to apply for employment with our agency without regard to abilities, age, race, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio economic status, educational levels, military/veteran status, or any other characteristics. Disclaimer: This job description does not encompass all duties and is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or tasks. However, it provides a general overview of the job expectations. The Cooperative offers a competitive benefit package: * Medical, Dental, Life Insurance * Id Theft & Legal Services * Pet Insurance * Critical Illness and Accident Plan * Free AAA Basic Membership * Generous Paid Time Off * 10 Paid Holidays * Staff Development * Tuition Reimbursement * Employee Assistance Program * Flexible Spending Account * Dependent Care Account * 401K – The Cooperative contributes 4% after one year of work anniversary Our biggest perk“Summer Flex” and Hybrid Work Schedule General Summary: The Accounting Manager will work closely with the Director of Finance & Administration and department staff. Responsibilities include managing financial functions including supervision of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, organizational budgets and the agency annual audit and tax filings. Assist with grant and contract budgets, expenditure reports, and maintaining all accounting records and files. Essential Functions: Contribute to The Cooperative’s commitment to equity and continuous quality improvement that aligns with the agency’s mission, goals, and advancement. * Effectively cross-collaborate with agency staff, leaders, and board members to foster a comprehensive approach of information sharing, working committees, and collective representation. * Routinely disseminate relevant information, presentations, training, and learning opportunities for internal program and agency staff. * When applicable, will participate in relevant staff development opportunities (trainings, summits, conferences, etc.) to increase skill development, elevate program goals, and engage staff members with timely key learnings. * Responsible for supervising Payroll Specialist and Accounts Payable Specialist. * Responsible for processing and completion of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting cycle. * Manage all treasury functions – overseeing monthly reconciliation of bank, credit card and investment accounts. * Provides analysis of cash flow * Reviews payroll process including tax filings, state and municipal registration and reporting, and facilitates the W2 and 1099 process * Works with Grants Manager on grant budgets, expense analysis, and variances. * Analyzes variances in financial data and initiates corrective actions when necessary. * Preparation of quarterly and year-end financial statements. * Responds to inquiries from internal program staff and external partners/vendors * Works with external auditors to prepare annual audit report, 401(k) audit with census and valuations reporting, and 990 preparations. * Prepare Workers’ compensation audit and review 401(k) annual broker testing * Preparation of agency annual budget. * Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field Certified Public Accountant and or master’s preferred Five years’ experience in nonprofit accounting and/or financial analysis Five years’ experience in multistate payroll processing Knowledge of Microsoft software packages, including Excel, Word, and Access Familiarity with not-for-profit environment and software Ability to work with minimal supervision Strong communication and interpersonal skills Strong organization skills Valid driver’s license, car, and current insurance policy Physical Requirements: Must be able to see to read documents and hear well enough to communicate with others Must be able to write, type on a computer, and use a telephone Must be able to operate a motor vehicle Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds Additional requirements to be determined with input from Director and HR Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment: Works in a climate-controlled professional office environment generally free from hazards and other adverse working conditions PI282280952
