Responsible for working independently to perform the accounting and reporting function for DEPC under the direction of the Operations Director.  Performs technical accounting tasks, performs general ledger analysis and reconciliation, and prepares financial reports.  Ensures the accuracy of inputting and processing accounting data  and reporting.  Measures and reports cost of operation to the Operations and Executive Directors.  Provides other financial and compliance services as directed. 

ABILITIES NEEDED:

• Strong analytical skills
• Strong problem-solving ability
• To maintain strict confidentiality in all matters pertaining to personnel and operations management matters.
• To manage multiple tasks and processes simultaneously
• Periodically work extended workdays or weekends.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS/REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

• Seven (7) years accounting experience, two years in a nonprofit environment and two years in a supervisory capacity or an equivalent combination
• General knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), including accounting rules and regulations promulgated by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB).
• Intermediate-level spreadsheet and word processing software skills to include creating finished documents that are professional in appearance.
• Broad range of accounting knowledge, including experience with general ledger analysis/reconciliation and financial statement preparation and presentation.

Essential Responsibilities with Related Job Expectation Standards:

Makes recommendations and implements effective policies and procedures to ensure proper accounting, reporting and internal controls are in place.  

• Follows policies and procedures, promoting productivity and efficiency while being attentive to deadlines and time pressures.
• Performs the following accounting services:
• Reviews and approves all accounting source documentation, including but not limited to, accounts payable invoices, cash receipts, and journal entries.

• Bid insurance coverage for Director’s & Officer’s, Commercial Liability, Property, Employee Dishonesty and Workers’ Compensation every three years
• Prepares monthly bank reconciliations in the accounting system.
• Prepares Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Forms 1099 and 1096 as needed.
• Prepares sales tax claims for refunds.
• Prepares the annual financial statements, footnotes and schedules.
• Prepares the audit package, and for audits, as required by funder.
• Manages monthly and year-end closing processes in a timely and efficient manner.

• Performs the following human resources services:

• Criminal background and credit checks
• W-9 and E-Verifications
• Maintains personnel file to include initial employment information and all subsequent actions
• Bid benefits package at least every three years 

Position is located in Rocky Mount, NC. This is a full time on-site, in-office position.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience with a minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in accounting.  CPA preferred. 

Salary range: $75,000 - $85,000 per year 

How to Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter to: Lori Winstead, Director of Operations, Down East Partnership for Children, at: lwinstead@depc.org.