Accounting Manager Job at MRA Recruiting Services in Saint Paul

Member: Land Bank Twin Cities
Position Title: Accounting Manager
Location: Saint Paul, MN

Land Bank Twin Cities, Inc. seeks a detail-oriented Accounting Manager to be an integral part of the finance team using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to support the financial well-being of the organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing cash receipts, accounts payable, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with GAAP accounting standards. This role requires the ability to work collaboratively with all departments and will report to the CFO. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable

• Assist with cash receipts and process deposits as needed.
• Process loan disbursements and record cash receipts.
• Support all departments in preparing invoices and reimbursement requests.
• Maintain customer records and contracts.
• Partner with staff to manage aged receivable reports and distribution.

Accounts Payable

• Initiate payment for bills, ensure proper account coding, supporting documentation, and dual authorizations.
• Process disbursements weekly.
• Maintain vendor records, contracts, and W-9 files.
• Issue year-end 1099 reporting.
• Partner with property management and program staff to manage property related costs and reimbursements.

Payroll and Benefits Management

• Prepare and process third-party bi-monthly payroll.
• Prepare journal entries for payroll and reconcile benefits.
• Prepare time allocation reports.
• Manage payroll contributions, deductions, and annual reporting.
• Partner with HR on benefits and other processes where HR/Finance overlap.

General Ledger Management

• Manage and prepare month-end journal entries, including prepaid expense, cost allocations, intercompany activity, depreciation, fixed assets, and various banking related entries.
• Conduct monthly reconciliation for bank accounts and credit cards, distribute reports for approval.
• Sync transactions between Sage Intacct Accounting Software and other third-party software (Financial Institutions, DownHome Loan Manager, Bill.com, Divvy, Re-Leased, CRM, PPM, etc.).
• Prepare monthly reports for staff, investors, and other stakeholders.
• Partner with CFO to close each month and prepare financial reports.

Audit and Compliance

• Assist with annual financial audit and other funder compliance reporting requirements as needed.
• Prepare year-end closing entries.
• Prepare quarterly disbursement reports and distribute reports for approval.
• Assist with contract management and performance schedules.
• Assist with the cashflow management, budget and forecast preparation.
• Assist with 990 and State filings.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

• 4+ years accounting experience, preferably in the nonprofit or real estate sector.
• Excellent computer skills, including demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, strong Excel skills, database/CRM, and accounting software: Sage Intacct, DownHome Loan Manager, Bill.com, Divvy, Re-Leased.
• Thorough understanding of accounting rules and procedures, including GAAP, fund accounting, and contract management.
• Exceptional organizational skills, self-motivated, able to work independently and alongside team members as required to meet deadlines.
• Possess excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Selected candidate must be able to pass relevant background and credit checks after acceptance of contingent offer

Compensation
Starting salary range: $75,000-$85,000 based on qualifications and experience

Benefits at Land Bank Twin Cities:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Pediatric dental insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Employer-provided life/AD&D insurance
• Employer provided short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement match
• Paid time off for vacation, personal leave, and holidays

About Land Bank Twin Cities, Inc.

Mission: Land Bank Twin Cities captures strategic real estate opportunities to benefit people with low to moderate incomes, prioritizing BIPOC+ and populations facing barriers.

Vision: All people in the seven-county metropolitan region of the Twin Cities have the opportunity to live and prosper in a community of their choice.

Land Bank Tools for Impact:
 

• Land Banking: Acquiring and holding properties to preserve opportunities, allowing time for the community to build partnerships to implement their vision and secure financial resources.

 

• Lending: Offering traditional financing with lending criteria tailored to mission-driven housing, commercial and multi-use developments.

 

• Brokering: Identifying appropriate locations and negotiating the purchase or sale to meet the needs of mission-driven partners.

 

• Technical Assistance: Answering questions, explaining terms, reviewing options, making recommendations or referrals and guiding partners through the process.

 

• Property Management: Managing properties while they are being held to generate revenue that helps offset holding costs, mitigating risk and financial exposure.

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