Company description
Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing fresh surplus produce, connecting this abundance with people experiencing food insecurity, and inspiring others to do the same. We collect fruits and vegetables from backyard fruit trees, farmers' markets, growers, and wholesalers, then provide them free of charge to more than 250 hunger-relief partner organizations serving communities across the region.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Working together, we inspire and are inspired by the people in the communities we serve.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION We cultivate a diverse workforce that nurtures equity and inclusion.
FOOD JUSTICE We share the abundance of fresh produce and prevent food waste because everyone deserves access to fresh and nutritious food.
INTEGRITY We are honest, accountable and authentic in our words and actions.
JOYFULNESS We embrace a creative, spirited and fulfilling environment.
Job description
Position Overview: As a key member of the Finance and Accounting team of three, the Accounting Manager will report to the Controller and play an important role in the management, execution and continuous improvement of Food Forward’s finance and accounting processes and systems. This will include direct responsibility for full-cycle bookkeeping, reporting, and ensuring compliance with accounting practices.
This individual will work cross-departmentally providing guidance and support to all staff regarding accounting and finance areas, while exercising sound judgment and discretion and maintaining confidentiality. The candidate must demonstrate a customer service mentality while interacting with staff and enforcing policy.
This person must also be highly organized, extremely proactive, and creative with the ability to meet deadlines. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced environment and must be able to prioritize accounting and finance tasks while paying close attention to detail and deadlines. A desire to improve systems and an inquisitive mind are required.
Core Responsibilities: Each team member has specific roles and responsibilities for overall accounting functions including:
Accounts Payable
Payroll and Benefits
Revenue, Accounts Receivable, and restricted grants funding
Fixed Assets
Budgeting, reporting and forecasting
Audits and annual 990 tax filings
Banking, Investments, and Cash Management
General Accounting Functions:
Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable workflows
Prepare monthly and ad hoc reports, analyze monthly financial statements, and effectively convey analysis to managers
Prepare cash flow analyses as needed
Maintain document management system to ensure proper backup and documentation for accounting transactions
Support team members as needed
Policies, Procedures, and Compliance:
Work with the F&A team to improve and/or establish policies, processes, and internal controls for accounting transactions and budget preparation
Ensure operational compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations for any necessary entities
Audits and Risk Management:
Assist the Controller in managing and completing the annual audit and 990 process, and updating the process guides
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
Work with HR and Operations to manage the organization’s insurance policies
Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of financial reporting experience at a mid-sized or larger organization
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, or related software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Government grant experience is a plus
High personal standards for accuracy and deadlines, and treats errors as immediate opportunities for structural correction
Support both English- and Spanish-speaking staff
Compensation
this position is: salaried, $75,000 - $100,000
Location
job can be done remotely
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Deadline
no deadline