Save lives, from the workplace to anyplace.The National Safety Council is America’s leading nonprofit safety advocate. We focus on eliminating the leading causes of preventable injuries and deaths. Through leadership, research, education, and advocacy, NSC focuses on areas where most unintentional injuries and deaths occur.We are currently looking for a Manager, Accounting to join us in our mission to save lives and prevent injuries.Position Highlights:The Manager, Accounting will be responsible for the general accounting and accounts payable functions including the general ledger closing process, accounting policies and procedures, account reconciliations, cash management, tax return preparation, and various external audits and compliance requirements.What You’ll Do:MONTHLY AND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTSLead the monthly general ledger closing process ensuring the financial transactions are recorded accurately, completely, and in accordance with GAAP. Improve the efficiency and timeliness of the journal entries and reconciliations.Critically review and evaluate the monthly financial results to ensure completeness and accuracy. Ensure important business transactions are reflected in the financial statements in accordance with GAAP.COMPLIANCE AUDITS AND REGULATORY REQUIREMENTSAct as a key contact for the Auditors performing the Annual financial statement audit. With staff, prepare or direct the completion of the PBC audit schedules. Follow up on auditor questions and requests.Supervise the EBP audit and ensure that the Form 5500’s are filed on a timely basis. Coordinate the Benefit Plan audits with the Plan auditors.TAX RETURNS AND FILINGSAct as the main contact for the tax accountants who prepare the 990 annual returns. Delegate some of the preparation of these schedules to staff. Find ways to streamline/ simplify/ automate the return supporting schedules.RECONCILIATIONSReview account reconciliations on a monthly basis. Ensure that reconciling items are resolved in a timely basis (within two months). Coordinate efforts of other Finance team members to process needed transactions to resolve reconciling items. Work with Consultants to automate and/or fix reports generated to support account reconciliations.Supervise the maintenance of the fixed assets module including the recording of additions, retirements, and depreciation accumulation/expense. Maintain the detailed records supporting the other assets including new product development.Lead the annual physical inventory and complete the reconciliation of the physical to the general ledger balance.TALENT MANAGEMENTMeet with staff regularly to set clear expectations, offer guidance, and provide feedback.Coach staff to improve performance, ensure staff is completing safety training, and encourage staff to engage in learning and development opportunities.Managers of people spend a significant portion of the job directly managing the work of at least two employees for whom hire, fire, and performance decisions are made.We’re Looking for Someone with:Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience.CPA preferred with public accounting experienceAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.Experience with a cloud-based general ledger system with preferences for Sage Intacct and financial reporting applications.Detailed knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.Knowledge of OMB Circulars A-133.Ability to organize workAbility to present information in written and oral form.This a remote position.Salary range: $85,000 to $105,000Reasons You’ll Love it here:NSC cares about the safety, health, and overall well-being of our employees. We offer competitive benefits, resources, and tools to promote a work-life balance that supports employees during all phases of life. We offer the following:At least 20 PTO days accrued 1st year and 11 paid holidaysFlexible work arrangementsComprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plansFlex spending accounts for medical and dependent care403(b) & Roth 403(b) with employer match up to 6%Reimbursable trainingStudent loan pay downDress for your dayWe believe that you can’t be safe if you don’t feel safe. Feeling safe requires a commitment to equitable policy implementation and promoting diversity in the safety profession. We must cultivate our own diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment to deliver on our mission to save lives, from the workplace to anyplace.Our hiring process is designed to give you the opportunity to shine at each step. It starts with a pre-screen Wedge interview, where you can introduce yourself and share your experience. From there, candidates selected for the first interview will discuss their skills and how they fit with our team. If you're a match, the second interview takes a deeper dive into your background and how you can contribute to our goals. After that, we'll make our final decision and let you know the outcome. This is our usual process, and we're excited to get to know you along the way!"NSC is an equal opportunity employer.Powered by JazzHR