Eckerd Connects is hiring: Sr Accounting Manager in Clearwater

Do you want to work for an organization that makes a Lasting Impact on children, youth, and families? We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

Our Benefits:

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance

To provide supervision and direction for the daily operating functions and policies and procedures related to the accounting department.

• Responsible for month-end and year-end closing of the general ledger system, which includes preparation, review, and distribution of financial statements and reports. Review financial reports for discrepancies and/or inconsistencies; research and resolve any related issues.
• Preparation of entries related to the month end closing process.
• System administrator for the accounting software which includes adding new users, maintaining the chart of accounts and preparing financial reports in the software.
• Supervise accounting staff in the preparation of all monthly account reconciliations and reviewing these reconciliations for appropriateness and accuracy of accounting entries.
• Supervise accounting staff in the maintenance of all vendors in the accounting software and preparation of 1099’s annually.
• Responsible for the administration and maintenance of all bank accounts.
• Prepare schedules for year-end audit and work with auditors as needed to answer questions and obtain requested documentation.
• Responsible for oversight of the fixed assets including approval of capital purchases, tracking of the capital budget and review of monthly reconciliations.

Education: Bachelor’s degree, from an accredited College or University, in Accounting required.

Experience: Seven to ten years accounting experience in an accounting environment. Three to five years of supervisory experience required.

Skills: Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbal; to assume responsibility without direct supervision; to exercise initiative, judgment, decision making, and flexibility; to listen empathetically, and to prioritize workload. General office skills include computer applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook and accounting software (preferably Great Plains). Ability to effectively operate office equipment, read and write reports, correspondence, instructions, etc. Ability to proficiently interact and communicate effectively by phone, or by email in an efficient, effective, and courteous manner. Capable of functioning at a fast pace and maintain accuracy and organization while doing so.

Other: Must interface effectively at all organizational levels; commitment to professional standards and personal development. Must successfully pass a background screening process, including, but not limited to, state, local, and funder criminal background check requirements. Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

Travel: Must be able to meet requirements for Eckerd Connects’ Auto Insurance and be able to drive for business purposes. Must have and maintain an appropriate and valid state driver’s license.

Physical Demands: Ability to sit at desk for extended periods of time and to tolerate extended periods of data entry. May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Tasks may require extensive computer screen exposure. Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

About Eckerd:

Headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, and founded in 1968 by philanthropists, Jack and Ruth Eckerd, Eckerd Connects is one of the largest national nonprofit child and family service organizations in the United States. Eckerd provides a full continuum of life-changing behavioral health, child welfare services, and workforce development through multiple offices and facilities nationwide that strengthen families, assist young adults, and help children succeed.

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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Relay Services Dial 711. Submit Request: https://eckerd.org/about-us/contact-us/

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Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc. ("Eckerd Connects") is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-verify to confirm employment eligibility.