Job Description

SUMMARY:



The Senior Accountant performs routine and complex accounting activities of a technical nature requiring knowledge of systems, independent judgment, and ability to respond accordingly. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Controller, this position will be responsible for daily bank account management and general ledger management for revenue for the organization.



FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

Performs routine and complex accounting activities requiring knowledge of systems, independent judgment and ability to respond accordingly.
Oversees activity on various accounts.
Analyzes past and current data and prepares expense projections and operational forecasts.
Assists with audits.
Designs and generates routine ad hoc reports and graphs.
May maintain grants and assist with budgets.
Coordinates computer operations.
Conceptualizes projects and follows through.
May provide direction to less experienced staff concerning accounting issues.
Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field and one year of professional accounting experience OR equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Excel skills (pivot tables, sort/filter, formulas, ability to prepare templates and upload journal entries and files) PDF skills (organize, add, and edit pages) ERP knowledge preferred.
Banking knowledge a plus.
Nonprofit experience including analysis of restrictions.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs.  Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines.  All non-exempt employees must reside within the state of Georgia. The Carter Center reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.