Project Accountant jobs in Ohio

Expectations of All Employees

Supports Project Woman’s mission and values by exhibiting the following behaviors:  confidentiality and respect for all survivors, Trauma-Informed Responses and Approaches, service excellence and job competence, collaboration and team player, and commitment to our community. 

POSTION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Executive Director, is responsible for leading the finance and accounting functions. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

1. Ensure all accounting activities and internal audits comply with financial regulations.

1. Forecast monthly, quarterly, and annual performance results. Provide forecast report to the Executive Director along with recommendations timely to ensure informed operational management.

1. Conduct profit and cost analysis; provide monthly, quarterly, and annual report to the Executive Director along with recommendations timely to ensure positive budget and operational performance.

1. Provide financial reporting and interpret performance results to management; recommending course of action to ensure the financial health of the organization.

1. Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports including statement of cash flow, profit and loss, balance sheet, aging accounts payables and receivables, and other routine reports as needed or assigned; provide to the Executive Director and Finance Committee prior to routine scheduled meetings.

1. Develops budgets with input from Management and Program Leadership to effectively and efficiently serve the mission of the organization through its programs.

1. Conducts risk assessment, periodically and at least annually in concert with the Executive Director to ensure efficient and compliant operations.

1. Liaise with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained.

1. Manage all accounting operations including Billing, A/P, A/R, GL and Counsel, Cost Accounting, Grant Fund Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.

1. Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting.

1. Manage and comply with local, state, and federal funding requirements as set forth in each individual grant.

1. Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.

1. Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.

1. Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.

1. Participates in scheduled meetings of the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors; presents prepared financial statements and ancillary documents as necessary to ensure Directors are informed of the financial status of the organization.

1. Performs other duties as needed, requested, or as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Knowledge:

• Knowledge and ability to apply GAAP – Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• The ability to use and analyze data
• Ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries in working with clients.
• Ability to remain calm in crisis situations;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Ability to be flexible;
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude;
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently;
• Ability to respect confidentiality of information learned through
• Consistently represent the mission and philosophy of the agency; and
• Maintain effective and cooperative relationships with community partners, participants, other employees, and volunteers.

Skills:

• Proven experience as director of finance or similar role
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices
• Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g. SAP)
• An analytical mind with a strategic ability
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities

Abilities:

• Deductive Reasoning
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Problem Sensitivity Identification
• Oral Expression
• Near Vision

COMPETENCIES:

• Respectfulness & Relationship Building: Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.
• Commitment to Quality Service: Builds and maintains client/community satisfaction with the services offered.
• Team Focused & Collaborative: Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and objectives.
• Self-Accountability & Work Standards: Sets high standards of performance for self and assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks.
• Stress tolerance & Unflappability: Maintains composure in highly stressful or adverse situations.
• Professionalism and Personal Boundaries: Conducts self within appropriate and expected professional boundaries and policies.
• Conflict Management: Helps others to effectively resolve complex or sensitive disagreements or conflicts.
• Valuing Diversity: Helps to create an environment that embraces and appreciates diversity.
• Confidentiality, Integrity, Ethics and Trust: Maintains confidentiality and earns others’ trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions.