Accounting Manager

*Accounting Manager* Job Description *Reports to: *Director of Finance & Strategies *Position: *Full-time- Exempt- Benefits Eligible *Location: *Hybrid-Chapel Hill Area *Work Schedule: *M-F 9-5 *OUR MISSION & CORE VALUES* _Wine to Water (W|W) is committed to supporting life and dignity of all through the power of clean water.
_ _Integrity, Courageous Communication, Excellence, Extreme Ownership, Entrepreneurial_ *INTRO* Wine To Water believes the world is made better by people coming together and caring for the needs of others.
Water is essential not just to survive, but to thrive - and that is why we are committed to supporting life and dignity for all through the power of clean water.
We have served in 50 countries and have offices in five locations: United States, Nepal, Dominican Republic, Colombia, and Tanzania.
We look for staff who care deeply about inclusion, integrity, honesty, persistence, and who desire to treat *all *people with dignity and respect.
*JOB SUMMARY* The Accounting Manager is responsible for leading a team who will monitor, forecast and reconcile the overall budget for Wine To Water.
This position will manage financial transactions using the organization’s donor, fundraising, and accounting systems, and provide budgetary support for teams to be effective in carrying out Wine To Water’s (WTW) mission.
This position will implement accounting and fiscal standards to ensure WTW conducts its business in full compliance with all national and international laws and regulations that pertain to its particular mission and tax exemption.
The Finance Team provides timely and accurate financial reports to team members including the Board of Directors, staff, interns and volunteers.
*JOB RESPONSIBILITIES* ● Manage financial needs associated with all our international field offices.
Work with country directors and International Programs team to improve SOPs and planning.
● Facilitate budget planning and organizational initiatives to support sustainable business practices, accounting for $4 million+ in revenue.
● Lead and assist international teams financial leads with funds management and QuickBooks accounting.
● Strategize revenue generating initiatives and aid in the management of specific donations based on monetary forecasts.
● Organize and lead projects with the finance team to improve systems and reach individual/team goals.
● Collaborate with the finance team to deliver data reports that clearly communicate the fiscal health of the organization.
● Monitor budget accountability by directors.
● Manage Accounts Receivable and ensure payments are collected within 30/60 days.
● Update our balance sheet regularly to reflect timely reconciliations by the team.
● Maintain good relationships with vendors and guarantee timely payments.
● Manage and monitor bank accounts to uphold a healthy cash position.
● Negotiate vendor contracts to ensure compliance and risk management.
● Maintain good relationships with our banks and negotiate the best rates on a regular basis.
● Planning, directing and coordinating all accounting operational functions ● Managing the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated business results ● Coordinating and preparing internal and external financial statements ● Coordinating activities of external auditors ● Providing management with information vital to the decision-making process ● Managing the budget process ● Assessing current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement and implementing new processes ● Evaluating accounting and internal control systems ● Evaluating the effectiveness of accounting software and supporting database, as needed ● Developing and monitoring business performance metrics ● Overseeing regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance ● Hiring, training and retaining skilled accounting staff ● Other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance ● Be a strategy partner with the Director of Finance on projects for expansion plans.
● Business Model * Guide budget planning and organizational initiatives to support sustainable business practices * Advise leadership on prospective financial models to diversify funding * Analyze organizational opportunities and threats ● Budget Analysis * Lead grant/proposal financial reporting * Maintain frequent budget vs.
actual reports * Oversee team efforts for sharing data and informed decision-making ● Project Management * Oversee daily activities & operations within the Finance team.
* Maintain updated SOPs ● International Finance Training * Implement organizational financial standards in field offices * Provide training and support for international teams * Lead international team participation in budget process *QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE* ● Required: Minimum 3 years experience in managing and leading teams in the accounting/finance function ● Bachelor’s or Graduate Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field ● (MBA) or professional accreditation such as certified public accountant (CPA), certified management accountant ● 2+ years’ experience working with an international nonprofit organization ● Expert experience with Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets ● Passion for working in the nonprofit sector ● An eye for creating efficiencies and keeping track of details ● Ability to work with confidential documents, using discretion regarding information held ● Self-motivation to work independently, take initiative and anticipate need ● Ability to balance multiple priorities with an appropriate sense of urgency ● Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong sense of professionalism ● Talent for creating and managing systems ● Flexibility and adaptability ● Love of continuous learning and professional development ● Commitment to our mission and our values of servant leadership, interdependence and extreme ownership *PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, DOCUMENTATION AND SAFETY* ● Sufficient physical ability to work in an office setting and operate office equipment; the employee is regularly required to bend, stoop, kneel, and at times may be required to lift 25+ pounds and can be exposed to indoor, outdoor temperatures and various living situations.
Must be able to operate motorized vehicles with a valid license.
● Exceptional understanding of risk management policies and best practices ● Adhere to W|W’s safety action plan and procedures.
*THE TEAM* This position reports directly to the Director of Finance & Strategies.
There will be constant opportunities to collaborate with all Wine To Water team members and take the lead on various projects and activities.
You will directly supervise staff.
You will also have opportunities to lead interns on the Finance Team, as well as on organizational work teams, and invest in their professional development and training.
_Wine To Water has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included.
It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described.
It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities.
Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
_ _This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.
_ Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Experience level: * 3 years Schedule: * Monday to Friday Supplemental pay types: * Bonus opportunities Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chapel Hill, NC 27514