Senior Accounting Manager - Los Angeles, CA

$139,000 - $167,000/Yr

Planned Parenthood - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Los Angeles, CA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Senior Accounting Manager at Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is responsible for overseeing the general accounting functions of the agency, including managing fixed assets, inventory, prepaid and accrued expenses, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. This role involves managing accounting systems, coordinating the month-end close process, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies. The position requires strong leadership skills to mentor and train accounting staff while supporting the organization's mission of providing reproductive health care services.

Responsibilities

• Manage the general accounting of the Agency, including cash, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory, prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, and other accounting processes.
• Manage the month-end close process to ensure an accurate and timely close.
• Coordinate with departments impacting the monthly close to emphasize teamwork and identify potential improvements.
• Manage the accounting system, including administration of users, system flows, and integrations.
• Prepare and/or review account reconciliations monthly to ensure timely completion.
• Identify and research reconciling items and ensure timely resolution and proper recording of adjusting journal entries.
• Manage the preparation of select financial statement components and supporting schedules.
• Implement new accounting standards and develop documented internal control processes.
• Manage balance sheet and expense accounts monthly, identifying and researching trends for proper transaction coding.
• Maintain the Chart of Accounts/General Ledger, including adding new accounts, department codes, and vendors as necessary.
• Oversee preparation and/or review of periodic reporting required by PPFA, grantors, and regulating bodies.
• Collaborate with the Accounts Payable Manager to resolve issues related to purchase orders and inventory counts/variances.
• Ensure staff compliance with all Accounting policies and procedures, recommending improvements for controls and efficiencies.
• Collaborate with the Controller in researching technical accounting and financial reporting matters.
• Manage preparation of annual financial audit requests and tax return filings (Forms 990).
• Prepare schedules and documentation for external reporting and government requirements.
• Hire, train, and mentor accounting staff, conducting regular meetings to address issues and provide feedback.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports as requested by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent Finance-related field experience required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
• Minimum of seven (7) years general accounting experience required.
• Minimum of seven (7) years in a management role required.
• Non-profit and healthcare experience preferred.
• Experience with month-end closing processes, reviewing and posting journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting required.
• Strong financial applications and systems background required.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, financial systems, financial models, and GAAP accounting required.
• Strong financial accounting and analysis skills with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines required.
• Hands-on management style including training, mentoring, team-building, and empowering staff required.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) and/or Acumatica a plus.
• Advanced Excel and Word skills required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a non-profit organization
• Familiarity with healthcare accounting practices

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents
• Free basic life/AD&D policy with additional voluntary coverage options
• Short Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident policies
• 403(b) Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
• Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Account plans
• Public Transportation and Commuter Pre-Tax Reimbursements
• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday benefits