Oversee work of our accounting teams on several complex client engagements (e.g. networks of schools).
Project manage the work of the EdOps team as it performs monthly, quarterly and year-end close activities and compliance work within our overall accounting scope.
Document all accounting workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and leverage on the client engagement.
Complete complex accounting and compliance tasks required for engagement that are beyond experience of more junior team members.
Serve as the primary point of contact with external auditor for client audit and tax filing preparation work.
Project manage completion of PBC requests by EdOps and client team members.
Review work product of accounting team for quality and accuracy.
Ensure financial statements provided to clients align with US GAAP or GASB.
Assess existing internal controls for clients.
Advise on control changes and execute on related documentation efforts.
Monitor control compliance for workflows under EdOps’s purview.
Lead training efforts for project team members on non-standard systems and processes used by the client.
Create documentation for new systems and procedures learned on engagement to contribute to EdOps’s overall body of knowledge.
Requirements
Accounting degree or CPA.
Experience managing accounting teams, either as part of an audit firm or within the finance function of a company/school district.
Audit experience a plus.
Ability to project manage multi-faceted engagements and general familiarity with project management software tools.
Strong organization and time management skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines.
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Experience with basic enterprise-class accounting systems (e.g. Intacct, Blackbaud) and capacity to learn new systems.
Ability to write and clearly document accounting processes and procedures.
Intermediate Excel skills.
Ability to interface professionally with clients.
Typically, Accounting Managers have 10+ years of work or post-secondary educational experience, including 3+ years of management or supervisory experience.
Benefits
The chance to challenge and develop your accounting skills while using them to help schools be better.
Opportunity to work every day with colleagues who are committed to kids and supportive of each other’s efforts.
EdOps salaries are commensurate with relative experience and geographic location.
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