Accountant

Position Summary

The Accountant performs general accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and grants administration for our YMCA and our partner YMCAs. Additionally, the Accountant maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals.

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

Essential Functions

• Prepares and analyzes accurate monthly financial and management reports, including statement of activities, statement of financial position, budget and variance, projections and forecast, and cash flow in an accurate and timely manner.
• Analyzes financial reports and records and makes recommendations relative to the accounting of revenues, liabilities, assets and expenditures for assigned areas. 
• Prepares account reconciliations including bank and financial analysis for assigned areas. 
• Prepares and posts data for journal entries for assigned areas. 
• Reviews general ledger and related financial statements for reasonableness for assigned areas.
• Accumulates, analyzes and compiles information for the preparation of the financial statements, reports and external audits.
• Provides financial reporting and budgeting to grant writing, management, and reporting.
• Conducts special projects/reviews.
• Manages all financial aspects of grants for the association and partner YMCAs.
• Assists with year-end audit preparation.
• With the CFO, plans for the budgeting process, including meetings with Partner YMCA’s Leadership Teams.
• Prepares ad-hoc analyses and reports as requested. 
• Accepts other duties as assigned to promote the accomplishment of departmental goals.
• Works as a member of the Central Services cross functional team learning other departmental duties and backing up team members, as needed
• Responds to all staff, member, and client inquiries expeditiously, and within 24 business hours, when possible
• Puts into practice the YMCA’s core values of Honesty, Caring, Respect, and Responsibility while advancing the cause-driven culture of the Y
• Creates strong connections with other YMCAs in the state and across the nation; fully utilize all resources of our national YMCA.
• Fosters an inclusive environment appreciative of differences in the workplace. Meaningfully participate in and lead efforts to support the Y’s commitment to equity and diversity. 

YMCA Competencies

• Mission Advancement
• Collaboration
• Operational Effectiveness
• Developing Self & Others
• Emotional Maturity

Work Environment 

The Accountant will work in an office with a desk, computer, and other office equipment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.  
• The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• While performing duties of this job, employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hand to handle, or feel; reach with arms and hands. 
• Must be able to remain alert.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Accountant will have no direct supervision responsibilities but will work collaboratively with the Central Services Team. 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time exempt position. 

Travel

Travel will be necessary to other office locations for the Duluth Area YMCA, partner YMCAs and local and regional YMCA and non-YMCA trainings, meetings and events.  

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a similar field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in accounting
• Ability to work with integrity, discretion and a professional approach
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Knowledge of GAAP, audits, and other regulatory requirements in the financial field.
• Expert computer skills, including Excel and QuickBooks or alternative accounting software.
• Demonstrated success in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Certifications: CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent, and Basic First Aid (required). Training can be provided upon hiring, and must be obtained within 60 days. Higher levels of certification are accepted.
• Commitment of supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment. 

Preferred Education and Experiences

Knowledge of grant and financial management

Additional Eligibility Qualifications 

• Must be able to pass a background check.

EEO Statement

The Lake Superior YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment with regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.