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Senior Accountant

If you're looking to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you. Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay. We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

Salary: $70,000 - $75,000

Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.

Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.

PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees.

11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.

Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match.

$15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.

Employee Assistance Program

Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.

Tuition reimbursement program

Training and career development.

Discounted membership at the YMCA.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing the accounts payable and general ledger functions, ensuring compliance with internal controls and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage Accounts Payable:
• Manage and supervise Accounts Payable staff.
• Ensure that vendor invoices are coded correctly and processed timely.
• Manage the Accounts Payable Monday.com boards.
• Manage the Concur Invoice process.
• Review A/P invoice batches selected for payment.
• Prepare NACHA file once check run is approved.
• Prepare and upload Positive Pay file to bank after each check run.
• Review A/P aging report monthly for accuracy, past due amounts, and days of open old balances. Work with A/P staff to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and review Form 1099 reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Set up new vendors in the accounting system and ensure vendor records are complete, accurate, and compliant with organizational policies. Ensure that vendor ACH payment information is correct in the accounting system.
• Review and upload corporate credit card transactions to the financial system. Reconcile the corporate credit card statements monthly.
• Manage the General Ledger:
• Reconcile assigned Balance Sheet accounts monthly. Research and resolve discrepancies. Prepare adjusting journal entries for any reconciling items immediately following the reconciliation.
• Maintain and update the general ledger by posting journal entries and ensuring the overall accuracy of financial data.
• Process department GL reports for month-end.
• Process the department budget vs actual reports as needed.
• Cash Management Activity:
• Record daily cash outflows on the cash activity report.
• Reconcile assigned bank accounts.
• Complete assigned month-end tasks in accordance with the month-end close calendar timeline.
• Support the Assistant Controller and VP of Finance with the annual audit including the preparation of accurate, comprehensive, and timely year-end schedules and documentation.
• Support the team in other tasks as assigned to meet organizational requirements.
• Maintain a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual for accounts payable and general ledger. Review with Assistant Controller quarterly.
• Support the Holiday Center Operation as directed.
• Meet personal goals and actively contribute to the achievement of team and organizational targets/goals according to KPI's and the organizational strategic plan.

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required with at least 3-5 years' of full accounting cycle experience in high volume and fast-paced environment, including month-end and year-end close. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Skills Requirements: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Computer literate with a working knowledge of general ledger and accounting systems, as well as web-based research tools. Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office required. Works well under pressure and meets deadlines. Superior analytical skills with above-average MS Excel skills required. Demonstrate capacity to judge and manage numerous projects simultaneously. Proven ability to be a team player, self-starter and motivated in performing duties and responsibilities of the job and goals of the Finance Department. Flexibility, willingness, and ability to respond to a rapidly changing environment.

Physical Requirements: Hearing and speaking ability which allows effective oral communication of information; physical, emotional, and spiritual stamina to handle job-related issues and stress.

Other: Must demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Must pass applicable pre-employment background screening procedures.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 813-209-1083 or via email at Daryl.Belluccia@Metromin.org.

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