Burlington, Vermont
Director of Accounting Job Opening in Burlington, Vermont - PLEASE DO NOT APPLY THROUGH INDEED. PLEASE VISIT TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION**
Responsibilities:
As chief accountant for the organization, the Director of Accounting is responsible for the accounting operations of the agency to include the production of financial reports, maintenance of accounting records and a comprehensive set of controls. The Director delivers reported results in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and state audit guidelines.
This individual coordinates with external auditors and prepares for internal agency audits, establishes and maintains banking and vendor relationships, manages and forecasts cash flow positions, and reviews and catalogues financial contracts, financing agreements and insurance policies. The Director oversees all accounting department staff and ensures conformance to agency's policies and procedures, state and federal regulations, and the standards of professional agencies.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
5 years supervisory experience
5 years experience in accounting, preferably in a non-profit and/or healthcare environment
strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, & financial reporting
excellent communication and leadership skills including demonstrated ability to form, lead, & develop high-performing teams; and ability to work collaboratively across departmental functions
Desired:
relevant Master's degree and/or additional accounting certification
proficiency in GP Dynamics strongly desired
Structure:
Full time, 37.5 hours/week
Benefits eligible
Exempt
Benefits:
Howard Center offers comprehensive benefits including dental, medical, 401K, and generous time off starting at 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees. Benefits pro-rated for employees in regular positions scheduled for 20 or more hours/week.
Howard Center also boasts an award-winning workplace wellness program. HC4ME is a multi-year recipient of the Vermont Governor's Council on Physical Fitness & Sports award. The HC4ME Committee coordinates physical fitness groups for Howard Center staff, occasional activities such as on-site massage, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education including a full-day annual wellness fair for staff.
Howard Center partners with many local businesses to offer voluntary benefits to all employees. While these benefits may change at the discretion of the partner businesses examples of long-standing voluntary benefits include discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, and auto/home insurance, among others.
Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
supervisory: 5 years
accounting: 5 years
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