Job Title
Senior Accountant
Location
United States of America
Position Type
Paid - Regular
Job Description
SIL seeks an Assistant Controller to join the global finance team, either in Dallas or remotely. This role reports to the Controller and will assist the Controller in various activities related to overseeing the accounting and financial operations of the organization, including performing daily accounting operations, overseeing parts of the annual audit process, and parts of the annual government filing. The ideal candidate will have good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to frame and interpret issues for the accounting staff; strong interpersonal skills and teamwork; attention to detail; and the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.Job Responsibilities:
Responsibilities
Review bank and balance sheet reconciliation
Compose and review journal entries
Review of general ledger activity
Review bank activity and processes
Review and approve account changes
Oversee the month and year-end closing of general ledger activity
Coordinate and contribute to the annual external audit preparations along with the Controller
Coordinate and contribute to the preparation of the annual Form 990 filing
Review annual financial reports and documents from subsidiaries
Maintain business process documentation and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Be a resource to other staff and other departments in the organization
Other projects and tasks as assigned by the Controller
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Ensure good internal controls in the department
Maintain ongoing professional education
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
5 or more years of accounting experience
High proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, and experience with accounting software
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize assignments, and to meet established deadlines
Strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects or tasks
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Customer service orientation
Exhibit sound judgement
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or similar work experience.
We prefer someone with experience in nonprofit accounting and experience with NetSuite.
Training and Orientation:
Training will be provided in accounting specific to nonprofits and in NetSuite as it relates to SIL.
Weekly Hours
40