Job Description:

Title: Senior Accountant

Status: Exempt

Reports to:  Accounting Manager/Accounting Supervisor

Revision date: June 2022

Supervises: N/A

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 addresses tight deadlines and performing a multitude of 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 accountant is typically assigned more complex properties.

• Recording fixed assets-analyze invoices of capital expenditures, and determine which qualify to be capitalized vs. expensed per fixed asset policy.

• Daily interactions 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 on a monthly basis.

• 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. 

Mental:            Must have good communication, comprehension, computer and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to speak, read, write and understand English.

Skills:              Must have working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office Suite.

Licensure:       None required.

Vision:             Normal: Consistent with standard workflow.

With respect to said job description, estimate the daily time spent performing the following activities.

Rare (R) = 0-24%; Sometimes (S) = 25-49%; Frequent (F) = 50-74%; Continuous (C) = 75% plus

R = Climbing                             S = Stooping                 Lifting / Carrying;            S = 10-25 lbs.

S = Standing                             R = Pushing                                                      R = 26-50 lbs.

F = Sitting                                 R = Pulling                                                        R = 51-75 lbs.

S = Walking                              R = Driving                    `                                   R = 76 plus lbs.

Consequences of Errors: Audit findings, significant deficiencies and material weaknesses.  Tax filing errors.

Supervision Received:            General supervision:  Employee generally operates by himself/herself checking with supervisor when in doubt.

Working Conditions:               Good office conditions.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I hereby understand and agree to the above description of the duties required.

Signature                                                                                                                                  Date

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.