Senior Accounting Manager

Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Manager to work in our Downtown Los Angeles Headquarters. Under the general supervision of the Controller, the Senior Accounting Manager is responsible for the general accounting of the Agency, including fixed assets, inventory, prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, and other accounting processes. This position will also be responsible for the management of accounting systems, including integration and implementations. Over one hundred years ago, Planned Parenthood was founded on the idea that everyone should have the information and care they need to live strong, healthy lives and fulfill their dreams. Founded 57+ years ago, Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is one of the largest providers of reproductive health care services in Los Angeles County. The Planned Parenthood Los Angeles (PPLA) team works together to provide high-quality, affordable reproductive health care to women, men, and young people across Los Angeles County. At PPLA, you will discover a culture of like-minded individuals who are eager to make positive contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission. Our Ideal Candidate will have the following qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent Finance-related field experience required. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred Minimum of seven (7) years general accounting and 7 years in a management role required. Non-profit and healthcare experience preferred. Experience being responsible for month-end closing process, reviewing and posting journal entries, reconciliations and financial reporting is required. Strong financial applications and systems background required. Strong knowledge of internal controls, financial systems, financial models, and GAAP accounting over various financial statement accounts is required. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) and /or Acumatica a plus. Advanced Excel & Word required. Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as required. Ability and willingness to travel within Los Angeles County. Reliable means of transportation for onsite and off-site work. About the Position: Abortion patients are cared for at each of our health centers, and in part through the administrative, support, and other non-clinical services provided at all PPLA locations, and by all PPLA employees. Supporting these critical services is an essential job duty, and a fundamental responsibility of all employees and contractors. Manage the general accounting of the Agency, including cash, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory, pre-paid expenses, accrued expenses, and other accounting processes. Manage the month-end close process to ensure an accurate and timely close. Coordinate with any department that impacts the monthly close to emphasize teamwork and identify potential improvements to the process. Manage the accounting system including administration of users, system flows and integrations. Prepare and / or review account reconciliations, on a monthly basis to ensure they are completed in a timely manner. Identify and research reconciling items and ensure items are resolved on a timely basis and any necessary adjusting journal entries are properly recorded. Manage the preparation of select financial statement components and supporting schedules. Manage the implementation of any new accounting standards, including the development of a documented internal control process. Manage balance sheet and expense accounts monthly; identify and research trends to ensure transactions have been properly coded. Manage the maintenance of the Chart of Accounts/General Ledger (GL), including the addition of new GL accounts, department codes, and vendors as necessary Oversee in the preparation and/or review of periodic reporting required by Planned Parenthood Federation of American (PPFA), grantors, and any regulating body. Collaborate with the Accounts Payable Manager to resolve any issues related to purchase orders, receiving, invoice match processing and inventory counts/variances. Along with the Controller, ensure staff is in compliance with all Accounting policies and procedures. Recommend improvements and modifications to these policies to improve controls and efficiencies. Collaborate with the Controller in researching technical accounting and financial reporting matters Manage the preparation of the annual financial audit requests from the independent CPAs, and any other auditors. Manage the preparation of the annual tax return filings (Forms 990) by generating reports to support requests from the tax preparers. Prepares schedule and documentation for external reporting and government requirements. Prepare ad-hoc reports as requested by management. Manage direct report(s) to include but not limited to overseeing successful completion of tasks / duties, review of timesheets in a timely manner, setting productivity goals & quality of work output expectations by exercising effective judgment and addressing and/or elevating grievances (staff concerns), as appropriate. Adhere to PPLA’s policies and procedures for interviewing / selecting new hires, promotions, transfers, performance management and separations. Generous salary and benefits package includes: Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents Free basic life/AD&D policy with additional voluntary coverage options Short Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident policies 403(b) Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Account plans Public Transportation and Commuter Pre-Tax Reimbursements Generous vacation, sick, and holiday benefits Hiring range: $139,333 - $167,200 per year (Exempt) Compensation Philosophy and Position Hiring Range: At Planned Parenthood Los Angeles we continuously work towards our value of \"we respect and honor all people\", which also relates to our compensation philosophy. PPLA recognizes that decisions about pay, and benefits have significant impact on staff, so we are committed to ensuring all positions are rooted in a description that identifies competencies, duties, responsibilities, and qualifications, and that they are compensated equitably which considers both internal organizational equity and market compensation data for similar roles. Equal Employment Opportunity will be afforded to all applicants and other covered persons without regard to protected characteristics, including their perceived protected characteristic. Protected categories include: race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hair styles such as, braids, locs, and twists as examples but not exhaustive list), color, religion or religious creed (including religious belief, observation, practice, dress, and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/chestfeeding,or related medical conditions), reproductive health decision-making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status (including past, current or prospective service in the uniformed service), and any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. PPLA will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the requirements of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. #J-18808-Ljbffr