Job Title:

Accounting Manager, Administration

Location: Hartford, CT - In office position

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

AGENCY DESCRIPTION:

One of the oldest organizations of its kind in the country, Community Partners in Action (CPA) was founded nearly 150 years ago to champion criminal justice reform and advocate for preserving the dignity of those in and out of prison. Through our programs that include reentry and housing, youth initiatives, a nationally recognized Prison Arts Program, and holistic alternatives to incarceration, we provide a long-term impact that positively transforms individuals and society at large. Annually serving nearly 7,000 individuals throughout Connecticut, our work is possible due to partnerships with and support from individuals, government, private funders, organizations, and businesses.

CPA is guided by our BEDI (Belonging, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) culture. WE ARE COMMITTED to building and maintaining an inclusive, equitable workplace and COMPELLED to have a constructive impact on criminal justice reform in CT that ends racial inequities and ensures the humanity and dignity of those interacting with the system. Read more about our BEDI culture at

https://cpa-ct.org/our-bedi-journey/

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Accounting Manager is responsible for managing and performing various accounting functions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and CPAs accounting, audit, and reporting requirements and policies. Activities include developing, implementing, and maintaining the accounting system and the fiscal policies and procedures. The Accounting Manager will collaborate with the CFO to meet the agencys strategic needs.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

Bachelors degree in accounting

At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, fixed assets, payroll, reconciliations, and internal management reporting.

Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT and non-profit accounting experience are strongly preferred.

Minimum three years of supervisory experience.

Self-motivated individual with effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and prioritize the work appropriately.

Able to adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment and implement changes quickly and accurately.

Strong emotional intelligence, decision making, analytical, computer and organization skills.

Valid drivers license required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise and provide guidance to Accountant and Accounts Payable/Payroll Administrator to ensure duties and responsibilities are carried out efficiently, effectively and accurately. This includes but is not limited to:

accounts payable and purchase orders

accounts receivable

general ledger

fixed assets

grant and contract reporting

projection reports

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