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Job Id:
794
# of Openings:
1
About Alternative Family Services
Alternative Family Services is a Foster Family, Adoption and Mental Health Agency that has been serving abused and neglected children in our community since 1973. Our mission is to support vulnerable children and families in need of stability, safety, and well-being in communities. We provide a wide range of foster, adoption, mental health and transition-aged youth services in English and Spanish. We have eight locations throughout the Bay Area and 200 employees. We celebrate diversity, equal opportunity, and excellence.
Senior Accountant - Santa Rosa, CA
Alternative Family Services is looking for a Senior Staff Accountant to join our dynamic team! This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team and use your accounting skills to make an impact on the lives of vulnerable children and youth in the community. The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing agency wide payroll, the financial administration of government contracts, which includes compiling and auditing transactions, analyzing and reporting complex financial information. This position also assists in the month end process, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and assisting with organization financial reports and analysis. Ready to make a positive change in the lives of youth in your community? Apply today! This position is based in Sonoma County, CA and work is performed on-site at the Santa Rosa, CA office.*
About Alternative Family Services
Alternative Family Services is a Foster Family, Adoption and Mental Health Agency that has been serving abused and neglected children in our community since 1973. Our mission is to support vulnerable children and families in need of stability, safety, and well-being in communities. We provide a wide range of foster, adoption, mental health and transition-aged youth services in English and Spanish. We have eight locations throughout the Bay Area and 200 employees. We celebrate diversity, equal opportunity, and excellence.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for oversight of agency payroll
- Prepare monthly accounting for multiple contracts, with special focus on Medi-Cal funded programs
- Analyze and ensure costs are accurately charged to each program
- Investigate and resolve data inconsistencies
- Complete monthly journal entries
- Reconcile petty cash and other balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis
- Supervise Accounting Assistant
- Actively support year-end financial audit process
- Manage 403(b) and Worker’s Compensation annual audits
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required
- 3+ years of increasing responsibilities in accounting/finance, with financial reporting experience
- Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Non-Profit experienced is highly desirable
- Proficient with Excel (intermediate level or higher)
- Knowledge of Abila/Sage MIP is a plus
- Strong analytical, time management and organizational skills as well as high level of accuracy
- High integrity and strong work ethic
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Valid California driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and auto insurance
We Offer
- A professional, supportive and culturally diverse work environment
- Salary range: $33-$40/hour
- Potential for a hybrid work schedule*
- IRS standard mileage reimbursement
- Benefits package which includes:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Chiropractic & Acupuncture
- Flex-spending options
- Life and disability insurance
- 403(b) option
- Pet Insurance
- Over 8 weeks time off annually! (11 vacation days the first year – accruals starting on your 1st day and progress up to 20 days a year! 12 paid holidays including your birthday off & 12 sick days annually!)
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of Ancestry, Age, Color, Disability, Genetic Information, Gender, Gender Identity, Gender expression, Marital status, Medical condition, Military or veteran status, National origin, Race, Religion, Sex and Sexual orientation.
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