Accounting Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Accounting Supervisor at the South Sound YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and coordinates accounting functions such as accounts receivable, payables, general ledger/account maintenance and reporting.

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:

1. Supervise accounting staff.
2. Plan, organize and coordinate accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, etc.
3. Assist with month-end and year-end closings; including preparing and entering journal entries.
4. Reconcile and analyze assigned general ledger accounts.
5. Assist in preparation and analysis of financial statements and statistical data, including supporting operations staff in their analysis and review of their operations.
6. Assist in budget preparation and forecasting.
7. Acts as resource to staff for questions on or corrections to financial transactions in operations software.
8. Establish and maintain internal controls.
9. Complete a variety of accounting, financial analysis, and budget projects.
10. Other duties assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Fiscal Management
• Program/Project Management

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in accounting preferred with two years of accounting experience.
• Sound knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent problem-solving skills and propensity to respond to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
• Must be highly organized and have the ability to work with confidential matters.
• Driving between various operating locations required at times. Must have a driving record acceptable to the Ys insurance provider.
• A spirit of service and enthusiasm for the mission of the South Sound YMCA and our community

WORK ENVIRONMENT & 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 of time 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 20 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.