Job Description

Location: Hugo,Minnesota,United States

ACCOUNTING MANAGER // EAGLE BROOK CHURCH

JOB OBJECTIVES

• Oversees daily accounting operations of Eagle Brook Church
• Supports the integrity and continuous improvement of Eagle Brook Church’s financial operations through audit and budget support
• Leads and oversees implementation of process improvements and reporting enhancements that increase efficiency to meet the needs of the organization’s growing complexity
• Applies advanced knowledge in accounting
• Directs and manages the time and work of at least two others, with responsibility for personnel decisions, including hiring, firing, promotions, etc. (although approval by next-level management may be required)
• Reports to the Finance Director

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Reviews and adjusts journal entries and reports, oversees and approves the accounts payable process, oversees revenue recognition, and manages fixed assets and subsidiary ledgers
• Prepares accurate and timely financial reports in compliance with GAAP, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
• Creates and maintains reporting templates
• Leads the month-end close process, maintains the general ledger, and generates annual reports
• Participates in the annual external GAAP-based audit and partners with the Senior Accountant to ensure auditor recommendations are implemented and documented
• Supports the annual budgeting process
• Hires, trains, and directly supervises Accounting team members, providing ongoing direction, coaching, and development
• Serves as the primary resource and escalation point for accounting questions and issues, ensuring efficient and accurate financial operations
• Oversees Accounting team process documentation and ensures operations follow accounting best practices
• Evaluates new software solutions, provides recommendations to the Finance Director, and leads implementation
• Identifies needs for and develops policies and procedures for the Accounting team and the broader organization
• Assists internal stakeholders in following established processes and addresses issues, as needed
• Maintains professional relationships with internal and external partners to support organizational needs

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assists with hiring events
• Participates in supervisor trainings
• Reviews expense management and oversees compliance with and utilization of expense software
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Follower of Jesus and aligns with Eagle Brook Church’s 9 core beliefs
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• 6+ years of experience in an accounting department with some supervisory experience
• Expertise in GAAP and balance sheet account reconciliation
• Proficiency in data analytics and budgeting software, including Microsoft Excel and Martus
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, including identifying and resolving system and general ledger errors
• Effective communicator with an ability to clearly and concisely explain complex financial concepts to staff at all levels of the organization
• High ethical standards and integrity, including handling sensitive financial information with discretion and maintaining accurate records regardless of pressure
• Proven leader with the ability to guide, inspire, and support staff toward achieving goals
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for the accuracy and quality of accounting work

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in an accounting department
• 2+ years of supervisory experience
• Nonprofit accounting experience
• CPA

JOB DETAILS

• Location: Hugo, MN
• FLSA Status: Exempt / Salary
• Salary Range: $95,000 - $99,000
• Employment Classification: Full Time
• Regular / Temporary: Regular
• Workdays: Monday – Friday (generally)
• Work Hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (generally)
• Remote Eligible: may be eligible to work remotely 1 day per week
• Ministry / Department: Operations
• Team: Finance

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Regular assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned
• Regular communication with others to exchange information
• Regular remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Regular repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Occasional light work that includes adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions
• Occasional moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another

BENEFITS

Eagle Brook Church’s benefit plan is designed to help you stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain work/life balance. Offering a competitive benefits package is just one way we strive to provide our employees with a rewarding workplace. We offer the following benefits to our full-time employees:

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• health savings account (HSA)
• dependent care FSA
• employer-provided life insurance + additional voluntary life insurance
• accident and critical illness insurance
• employer-provided short-term and long-term disability
• paid family and medical leave (PFML)
• member assistance program (MAP)
• generous paid time off and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
• development dollars for team members to invest in their professional growth
• casual dress and work environment

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Eagle Brook Church provides reasonable accommodation for its employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with Eagle Brook Church, call 651-429-9227 or email staffing@eaglebrookchurch.com and let us know the support you need.

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