Job Description

Reports directly to the Controller. Responsible for assisting with the accounting and other daily functions of the accounting office. Oversees two accounts payable staff and Payroll Supervisor. The accounting office is responsible for maintaining general accounting records, financial reporting, student billing and collections, cash disbursements, cash receipts and payroll.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (including but not limited to)

• Preparation of monthly journal entries.
• Preparation of monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Supports Controller and Assistant Controller with year-end close, including various reconciliations, accruals, and preparation of year-end closing entries.
• Supports Controller and Assistant Controller with preparation for the annual audits.
• Oversees accounts payable, which includes analysis of invoices for accuracy and eligibility of payment prior to Controller’s signature.
• Maintains the chart of accounts.
• Preparation of tax reporting, which include but not limited sales tax returns, state/federal withholding reporting, year-end reporting, such as 1099s and 592s
• Monitors internal compliance and communicates accounting policies and procedures to schools/departments, as needed.
• Collaborates with the Assistant Controller in project accounting functions and maintains accurate payment records for reporting purposes.
• Oversees Federal grant accounting activities to ensure accuracy of federal reporting and gift expenditure recording.
• Assists with various projects.

SKILLS AND ABILITITES

• Excellent supervisory skills.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, accuracy and data integrity
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse audiences.
• Self-motivated and the ability to multi-task.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Accounting or finance preferred.
• 5 years of experience in accounting or finance, CPA preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, tax reporting (1099), and accounting best practices.
• Experience with various accounting software required.
• Excellent excel skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office required.

Application Instructions

This position is available immediately. If you are interested, please follow the link to Interfolio below:

Senior Accounting Manager - ID:116784

Salary

$96-281.25 - 108,867.19 a year

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

California Institute of the Arts shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.