JEVS Human Services is a nonprofit based in Philadelphia that helps individuals achieve independence through job training, education, and support services. For over 80 years, JEVS has empowered people to overcome barriers and build better futures.

To support the Controller in carrying out the responsibilities of Finance department. This position requires general accounting responsibilities, including journal entries, intercompany transactions, account reconciliations and accruals.

This position is hybrid and will require 3 onsite days a week.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure the timely execution of month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing process, including bank and balance sheet reconciliations, account analyses, preparation and posting journal entries and final trial balances publishing

Prepare timely and accurate financial reports for internal and external audiences

Supervise and develop accounting staff; provide guidance, training, and support to foster collaboration and communication within the accounting team

Facilitate the coordination of the audit process with external auditors and internal departments, and monitor the audit progress, ensuring it stays on schedule and within budget

Assist with the annual budget process, including budgeting central costs

Oversee the configuration, customization and management of accounting and budgeting/forecasting software (Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, Tagetik)

Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and appropriate internal controls

Develop standard operating policies and procedures over key process areas

Assess and improve the internal control environment

Ensure timely bank compliance submissions

Maintain accurate records of all insurance policies, including policy details, renewal dates, coverage limits, and premiums. Serve as the point of contact with brokers and manage the renewals and policy updates

Oversee lease accounting processes in Tagetik software, ensuring compliance with the lease accounting standard (ASC 842), and managing related financial close and required disclosures

Complete special projects and duties as assigned

Education Requirements

Minimum Bachelors in Accounting

A minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting

CPA or public accounting experience preferred

Technical Skills and Personal Attributes

Strong commitment to the mission of JEVS Human Services

Extensive knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting and nonprofit accounting experience preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications

Proficiency in accounting software systems, experience with Great Plains preferred

Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks in order to meet close deadlines

High attention to detail and organizational skills

Analytical thinker with solid problem-solving and business acumen skills

Strong project management, time management, and leadership skills

Excellent communications skills, both written and oral

Ability to collaborate and work with staff across the organization

What's in it for you:

401(k), with company match

Tuition assistance: Available to all employees with at least one year of service, for those enrolled in job-related, accredited, degree or certificate level courses

Health, Dental, and Vision coverage

Ample paid vacation and sick time

10-12 paid holidays per year

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Continuing education, professional development opportunities, and training

Wellness workshops and activities and access to the Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral bonus

Reimbursement of eligible mileage and travel expenses

The base pay for this position ranges from $84,000 to $105,000 and will vary based on factors such as skills and experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation that JEVS Human Services provides to recognize employees for their work. JEVS provides competitive Benefits; we believe that benefits should support you at work and at home. Please visit the benefits page of our careers site for more details.

At JEVS, we are committed to ensuring all our employees feel included, valued, appreciated and free to be who they are at work. We cultivate a culture where differences are valued, and we are putting resources and attention towards improving employee engagement, retention, and promotion of our talented staff.

Diversity, inclusion, and equity are core principles that guide how we cultivate leaders, build our teams, and create an environment that is the right fit for JEVS Human Services' employees, our community partners, and the individuals we serve.

For more information about what it's like to be a part of the JEVS team, visit our careers page at https://www.jevshumanservices.org/careers/

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply; reasonable accommodations will be provided. Please contact your recruiter if you are in need of an accommodation during the interview process.

JEVS Human Services is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities. The Agency will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment) on account of a person's gender, gender identity, age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual preference or orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, disability, or membership in any other protected group. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply; reasonable accommodations will be provided.

JEVS Human Services

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