Accounting Team Leader - Ferguson Library, Stamford. DATE
AVAILABLE: Immediately. SALARY RANGE: $68,000 – $84,000. CLASSIFICATION
RANGE: 6. The Ferguson Library offers full-time staff members a
competitive salary, comprehensive and generous package of employee
benefits and programs to encourage staff members to achieve personal and
professional growth.
Team Leader Responsibilities: Provides
oversight of the day-to-day operations of the Business Office, which
includes financial accounting, accounts payable/purchasing, accounts
receivable/cash receipts, payroll, receptionist and Passport Office.
Duties/ Responsibilities: Oversees the preparation of periodic monthly
closing and periodic financial statements and Board reporting. Ensures
that financial reports comply with generally accepted accounting
principles (GAAP). Assists external auditors and provides required
statements and information for the annual audit. Responsible for
maintaining relationships with banks used by the Library. Reviews budget
report and assists other departments to prepare annual budgets.
Maintains and build documented system of accounting policies and
procedures. Identifies and recommends updates to accounting processes
and procedures. Assists with ongoing implementation of the accounting
and payroll software modules. Monitor cash, including reconciling
monthly bank statements. Knowledge of accounts payable and payroll
processing and procedures to provide back-up support if necessary.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required
Skills/Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business
Administration preferred. 7-10 years accounting experience; knowledge of
nonprofit accounting a plus. A firm understanding of Generally Accepted
Accounting Principles (GAAP). Mastery of accounting software, Blackbaud
Financial Edge NXT desirable. Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office.
Detail-oriented and able to process data with the right balance between
accuracy and efficiency. Strong analytical and problem–solving skills,
as well as strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication
skills. Independent, organized, and a flexible work style. Proven
ability to maintain confidentiality.
If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit a resume and covering letter by email to apply@fergusonlibrary.org.
