Accounting Manager
The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking an Accounting Manager.
We are a five-star accredited chamber of commerce recognized nationally as Chamber of the Year in 2017. Our mission is to champion our member businesses and promote regional economic growth. The Chattanooga Chamber takes an entrepreneurial approach to serving its members with value-based programs and initiatives and is recognized for its lead role in Chattanooga’s job creation successes.
We are looking for a passionate, results-driven accounting professional with a go-getter mentality to help propel our mission forward by supporting the efforts of a multitude of programs and initiatives of the Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce and Chattanooga Chamber Foundation. We offer competitive compensation, robust employee benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for advancement, as well as a high quality of life and are within easy driving range of Atlanta, Georgia; Huntsville, Alabama; and Nashville and Knoxville in Tennessee.
Job Overview:
The successful candidate will report directly to the VP, Finance & Operations with regular duties including accounts receivable, accounts payable, employee benefits and compensation, and financial reporting for both companies, as well as a range of general operational duties that keep our two companies running smoothly.
If you are searching for one of the best jobs available in small business accounting in Chattanooga, with the added benefit of being part of a dynamic, high performing, high visibility, close-knit team, all while fostering lasting connections with businesses throughout the area, we are looking for you!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Perform general accounting and payroll functions, maintain accurate and complete accounting records and other related duties in the daily administration of the finance department in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Oversee the posting and maintenance of general ledger accounts, payroll transactions, accounts payable, and general ledger adjustments.
• Perform month-end close procedures and prepare monthly financial statements including balance sheet, income statement, and actual to budget variance analysis.
• Perform accounts payable duties such as verifying invoices for payment, ensuring that disbursements are made accurately and timely.
• Perform accounts receivable duties such as preparation of monthly statements, monthly invoicing, receivables aging, monitoring delinquent accounts and allocating revenue.
• Maintain investor database and correspondence necessary to maintain investor relations.
• Prepare and process employee payroll and withholding.
• Ensure accurate recordkeeping of employee benefits and remittance to appropriate agencies.
• Maintain human resource records in compliance with federal and state mandated standards.
• Assist external auditors with research, analysis, and preparation of supporting schedules for annual audit.
• Provide support such as schedules, data, information, etc. for the annual budget process and produce final combined budget documents.
• Provide necessary information to departmental directors to facilitate the performance appraisal process.
• Provide research, analysis, and problem-solving assistance to employees regarding questions relating to payroll, financial reports, and database issues.
• Other duties as assigned by the CEO or VP, Finance & Operations.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; Master’s degree a plus
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in nonprofit or corporate accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Highly proficient in Excel and Microsoft Dynamics SL and Sage Intacct accounting software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to manage a team and meet deadlines
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of GAAP
To Apply: Submit a persuasive cover letter and resume, combined into one .PDF file, by 5 p.m., Friday, June 30, via the apply button provided.