Friends of the Columbia Gorge
Senior Accountant
Friends of the Columbia Gorge, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Summary of position
The Senior Accountant will support the organization by playing a critical role in managing Friends of the Columbia Gorge and Friends of the Columbia Gorge Land Trusts financial operations with a fiscal year running from July - June. This role requires an experienced accounting professional with a deep understanding of nonprofit accounting principles, an eye for detail, the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining deadlines, and a desire to make a positive impact. As a department of one responsibility include the full cycle of accounting, monthly combined financial reports, budget preparation, and working closely with the philanthropy department. Staffing the finance committee and supporting the treasurer in reporting to the organization's boards are included in the scope of work. The Senior Accountant will ensure that the organization’s financial records are accurate, compliant, and up to date, while supporting the organization’s work to protect, preserve, and steward the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.Activities & Responsibilities
Financial ManagementMaintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivableReconcile bank, investment, and credit card accounts along with multiple balance sheet accountsManaging cash flow while assuring invoices are paid on timeAnalyze transactions for correct department and account codingCompliance & ReportingReview Key Performance Indicators for monthly board reportsAdvise treasurer for board meeting reporting of financialsImplement and monitor internal control policies and proceduresPoint of contact for preparation and gathering documentation for working with external auditors annuallyReconcile monthly, quarterly, and annually with philanthropy deposits from CRMBudgeting & AnalysisLead annual budget process, working closely with program directors and executive directorCreate budgets with Grant Writer for applicationsMonitor and analyze budget-to-actuals monthly, reviewing with directors as neededOther DutiesAnnual insurance review with finance committeeBackup for payroll, benefits, administrative staffing, and board eventsRespond to requests for financial information from programsMiscellaneous duties as assignedRequired qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or a related fieldFive years of experience working as a full-cycle accountantComprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), FASB accounting standards, record keeping, reporting, and internal controlsProficiency in QuickBooks and ExcelResourcefulness in setting priorities, with acute attention to detail, ability to work independently, solve problems analytically, and follow through on multiple tasksAbility to maintain accurate, confidential records, and information in an organized mannerExceptional communication skills, both verbal and writtenExperience in preparing and analyzing financial statementsDesire to participate in ongoing organization DEIJ training and initiativesDedication to professional growth and continuous learningPreferred qualifications
Experience with reimbursable grantsFamiliarity with fiscal sponsorshipsAn understanding of combined financialsAt least three years’ non-profit experienceWorking with $2.5M or larger budgetInvolvement in capital campaign requirements and pledgesExposure to CRM’s (Friends uses EveryAction)
The Senior Accountant will support the organization by playing a critical role in managing Friends of the Columbia Gorge and Friends of the Columbia Gorge Land Trusts financial operations with a fiscal year running from July - June. This role requires an experienced accounting professional with a deep understanding of nonprofit accounting principles, an eye for detail, the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining deadlines, and a desire to make a positive impact. As a department of one responsibility include the full cycle of accounting, monthly combined financial reports, budget preparation, and working closely with the philanthropy department. Staffing the finance committee and supporting the treasurer in reporting to the organization's boards are included in the scope of work. The Senior Accountant will ensure that the organization’s financial records are accurate, compliant, and up to date, while supporting the organization’s work to protect, preserve, and steward the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.Activities & Responsibilities
Financial ManagementMaintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivableReconcile bank, investment, and credit card accounts along with multiple balance sheet accountsManaging cash flow while assuring invoices are paid on timeAnalyze transactions for correct department and account codingCompliance & ReportingReview Key Performance Indicators for monthly board reportsAdvise treasurer for board meeting reporting of financialsImplement and monitor internal control policies and proceduresPoint of contact for preparation and gathering documentation for working with external auditors annuallyReconcile monthly, quarterly, and annually with philanthropy deposits from CRMBudgeting & AnalysisLead annual budget process, working closely with program directors and executive directorCreate budgets with Grant Writer for applicationsMonitor and analyze budget-to-actuals monthly, reviewing with directors as neededOther DutiesAnnual insurance review with finance committeeBackup for payroll, benefits, administrative staffing, and board eventsRespond to requests for financial information from programsMiscellaneous duties as assignedRequired qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or a related fieldFive years of experience working as a full-cycle accountantComprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), FASB accounting standards, record keeping, reporting, and internal controlsProficiency in QuickBooks and ExcelResourcefulness in setting priorities, with acute attention to detail, ability to work independently, solve problems analytically, and follow through on multiple tasksAbility to maintain accurate, confidential records, and information in an organized mannerExceptional communication skills, both verbal and writtenExperience in preparing and analyzing financial statementsDesire to participate in ongoing organization DEIJ training and initiativesDedication to professional growth and continuous learningPreferred qualifications
Experience with reimbursable grantsFamiliarity with fiscal sponsorshipsAn understanding of combined financialsAt least three years’ non-profit experienceWorking with $2.5M or larger budgetInvolvement in capital campaign requirements and pledgesExposure to CRM’s (Friends uses EveryAction)