PURPOSE
According to the prescribed policies and procedures of the organization including all applicable federal, state and local regulations and under the general supervision of Accounting Manager or Accounting Supervisor, the Senior Accountant assumes responsibilities for performing month end close and year-end audits for assigned properties. He or she is involved in following a system of internal controls that will ensure that company assets are adequately safeguarded and that all financial reporting is prepared in compliance with all financial policies, and US GAAP. This position performs accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, and year-end audit preparation. The accountant interacts with members of other departments which requires strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Complete month end closes and prepare year-end audit packets for assigned properties by their respective due dates and as prescribed by the audit schedule. Senior Accountants are typically assigned more complex properties.
- Monitor fixed asset activity, analyze invoices of capital expenditures, and determine which qualify to be capitalized vs. expensed per fixed asset policy.
- Interact with manager, director, and other departments assisting with questions and resolving issues as they occur.
- Perform in depth analysis and reconciliation of all Balance Sheet and key Income Statement accounts.
- Perform in depth analysis and reconciliation for special circumstances such as property refinances, property acquisitions, and construction projects as they occur.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to external parties including lenders, banks, etc for assigned entities by their respective due dates.
- Mentor and help with training of staff accountants and new hires.
EXPECTATIONS
- Demonstrates and maintains a positive, professional manner, manages time efficiently and effectively.
- Must adhere to all policies, procedures, terms and conditions set forth in the National Church Residences’ Employee Information Guide (EIG) as well as any facility handbook including but not limited to corporate compliance, drug free workplace, safe work practices, all federal, state, local regulations and laws.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATION SHEET
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
Experience: 3-5 years of experience performing the job responsibilities.
Skills: Must have good communication, comprehension, computer and interpersonal skills. Must have working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office Suite.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, military status, disability, genetic information and/or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, military status, disability, genetic information and/or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 3-5 years of accounting experience performing month-end close and audit preparation
- Working knowledge of Windows
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting requirements
- Experience with general ledger preparation, account reconciliations, and financial statement analysis
- Experience preparing year-end audit packets and external lender reports
- Ability to analyze fixed asset activity and determine capitalization vs. expensing
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to mentor and train staff accountants and new hires
What We Do
National Church Residences is the nation's largest nonprofit provider of affordable senior housing and healthcare services. Since 1961, its mission has been to provide high-quality care and housing that meets the diverse needs of seniors across the United States. The organization aims to enhance the quality of life for seniors, enabling them to lead vibrant, healthy, and independent lives.
