Manager, Financial Accounting
Company: Girl Scouts of the USA
Location: New York
Posted on: April 18, 2025
Job Description:
Manager, Financial Accounting
Job Locations
US-NY-New York
Job ID
2025-2117
# of Openings
1
Category
Accounting/Finance
About Us
Girl Scouts of the USA Founded in 1912, Girl Scouts of the USA
(GSUSA) is the preeminent leadership development organization for
girls and the leading authority on their healthy development.
Millions of Girl Scout alums across the country and the world have
gone on to achieve incredible things and make a tremendous impact
in fields ranging from public policy, medicine, journalism, and
athletics to international relations, science, technology, art, and
entertainment. As a mission-driven organization, Girl Scouts of the
USA champions girls as they explore their worlds, try new things,
and develop the courage, confidence, and character to make the
world a better place. From stargazing during a first overnight
camping trip to building robots, navigating a rocky hiking trail,
working together on a community project, and learning about the
importance of environmental stewardship, Girl Scouts of all
backgrounds and abilities can unapologetically be themselves as
they rise to meet new challenges and discover the issues that
matter most to them. Along the way they learn the power of
friendship, connection, and teamwork. Girl Scouts are doers,
innovators, problem-solvers, creators, and dreamers, and the GSUSA
team is here to center, support, and inspire them, working with 111
local councils across the country and USA Girl Scouts Overseas to
deliver our life-changing Girl Scout Leadership Experience. This is
a 2 days in office and hybrid position located in New York
City.
You Will
The Manager, Financial Accounting is responsible for handling
complex GSUSA accounting transactions and financial work processes.
The incumbent plays a key role in the monthly close of the general
ledger, preparation of financial reports and ensuring adherence to
the financial close calendar. The Manager, Financial Accounting
serves as primary resource for revenue, expense, cash recording and
balance sheet account reconciliations. This position manages,
analyzes and reconciles various sub-ledgers to the general ledger,
including payroll interfaces and recording of monthly profit and
loss statements from outside units. This position provides
technical advice and assistance to accounting staff, on the
treatment of various accounting transactions, and assists in the
training of new staff. This position stays abreast of accounting
pronouncements that may impact not-for-profits in general and GSUSA
specifically. In the absence of the Assistant Controller, the
Manager, Financial Accounting coordinates the activities of the
General Ledger team to ensure that priorities are met and work is
completed accurately on a timely basis. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Primary duties of the position Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Analyzes, evaluates, and interprets
general ledger accounts and reports to ensure accurate development
and finalization of GSUSA monthly and annual financial statements.
Produces monthly income/expense statements and financial reports
for submission to the Assistant Controller and Controller for
review prior to release to management.Prepares monthly, detailed
narrative analysis of assigned general ledger accounts for
Assistant Controller and Controller's review reflecting trends,
variations, and unusual items from prior reports; prepares variety
of other financial reports and undertakes a variety of special
accounting and financial analysis projects.Records and reconciles
daily, monthly and annual revenue, expense, asset and liability
transactions into the general ledger and reconciles systems and
sub-systems. Ongoing interaction with various levels of management
and contact with other GSUSA communities; external contact with
auditors and account officers from banks, investment brokers, and
government agencies to respond to inquiries, to verify or share
information, and to resolve discrepancies.Evaluates the effects of
changes in operating procedures on accounting and financial
reporting systems and recommends refinement of account structures,
reports, accounting systems and procedures to streamline and
continuously improve workflow. Interprets and analyzes trends or
deviations from accounting standards and identifies and satisfies
management informational needs.Implements new and/or modified
computer application systems and assists in resolving problems
related to computer generated data. Ensures effective
implementation of new and/or modified computer systems by keeping
abreast of new developments.Assists internal and external auditors,
as required. Provides technical support and advice to less
experienced accountants and assists in their training. Serves as
ongoing technical resource in department by staying abreast of and
disseminating changes and updates within the field.Performs other
related duties as required including special projects. Other
Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover
or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES The Individual Contributor or Manager of 1,
has significant expertise and may have responsibility for projects
or processes.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- The ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities within a
deadline driven environment
- Proven ability to use considerable tact, diplomacy, judgment,
and must be flexible and adaptable.
- Demonstrated ability to be a team player as well as work
independently with minimal supervision, maintain professional and
confidential demeanor.
- Strong work ethic, seeks challenges, and strives in a
fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated experience with the design and creation and
analysis of a variety financial reports using accounting systems
and report writers REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS Office 365 proficiency
with advanced emphasis in Excel, Word and PowerPointFluency with
Financial software applications and general ledgers Abila MIP and
NetSuite e-commerce a plus REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (i.e.,
degrees, certifications)Degree or Equivalent Experience:Bachelor's
degree Minimum Years of Experience: 5 years general ledger
accounting experience as a professional-level accountant in either
a corporate, public or nonprofit environment. Experience in a not
for profit and/or industry experience, a plusRequired Field of
Study:Accounting/FinanceCertifications Requirements: NA SALARY
RANGE: $60,900 - $110,000This represents the present low and high
end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary based
on various factors, including but not limited to experience. What
We Offer: Girl Scouts is powered by people, and we encourage our
team members to be their best selves in and out of the office. We
place a high priority on flexibility and offer a competitive
employee salary and benefits package that includes: Paid Time Off:
GSUSA offers 20+ days of paid time off, 2 floating holidays, as
well as 9 workplace holidays per year. GSUSA staff also enjoy a
paid holiday year-end office closure between Christmas and New
Year's. Other Benefits:
- Medical and Behavioral Health Coverage
- Plan options with individual and family coverage which includes
wellness, hospitalization, and fertility assistance.
- Both plans include GSUSA partial subsidy of premium costs
- Dental and vision coverage
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts
(FSAs) including Health, Dependent Care, and Limited FSA for those
with Health Savings Accounts
- Company-paid life insurance
- Flexible work arrangements
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
- 401(K) with company match
- Sick leave
- Short- and Long-Term Disability for salary continuation
- Health and Wellness Classes and Activities throughout the
year
- Access to Employee Engagement Groups PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The
physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. WORK ENVIRONMENT: This job operates in a
professional office environment. POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF
WORK: This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are
Monday through Friday. AAP/EEO Statement: GSUSA is an equal
employment opportunity employer.
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