As a key member of the Finance and Accounting team of three, the Accounting Manager will report to the Controller and play an important role in the management, execution and continuous improvement of Food Forward’s finance and accounting processes and systems. This will include direct responsibility for full-cycle bookkeeping, reporting, and ensuring compliance with accounting practices. This individual will work cross-departmentally providing guidance and support to all staff regarding accounting and finance areas, while exercising sound judgment and discretion and maintaining confidentiality. The candidate must demonstrate a customer service mentality while interacting with staff and enforcing policy. This person must also be highly organized, extremely proactive, and creative with the ability to meet deadlines. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced environment and must be able to prioritize accounting and finance tasks while paying close attention to detail and deadlines. A desire to improve systems and an inquisitive mind are required.

About Food Forward Inc.

Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing fresh surplus produce, connecting this abundance with people experiencing food insecurity, and inspiring others to do the same. Fruits and vegetables are collected from backyard fruit trees, farmers markets, growers, and wholesalers and then provided free of charge to people experiencing food insecurity through more than 250 hunger relief partner organizations that serve communities across the region.

CORE VALUES:

– COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Working together, we inspire and are inspired by the people in the communities we serve.

– EQUITY AND INCLUSION We cultivate a diverse workforce that nurtures equity and inclusion.

– FOOD JUSTICE We share the abundance of fresh produce and prevent food waste because everyone deserves access to fresh and nutritious food.

– INTEGRITY We are honest, accountable, and authentic in our words and actions.

– JOYFULNESS We embrace a creative, spirited, and fulfilling environment

Description

Core Responsibilities:

Each team member has specific roles and responsibilities for overall accounting functions including:

Accounts Payable

Payroll and Benefits

Revenue, Accounts Receivable, and restricted grants funding

Fixed Assets

Budgeting, reporting and forecasting

Audits and annual 990 tax filings

Banking, Investments, and Cash Management

General Accounting Functions:

Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable workflows

Prepare monthly and ad hoc reports, analyze monthly financial statements, and effectively convey analysis to managers

Prepare cash flow analyses as needed

Maintain document management system to ensure proper backup and documentation for accounting transactions

Support team members as needed

Policies, Procedures, and Compliance:

Work with the F&A team to improve and/or establish policies, processes, and internal controls for accounting transactions and budget preparation

Ensure operational compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations for any necessary entities

Audits and Risk Management:

Assist the Controller in managing and completing the annual audit and 990 process, and updating the process guides

Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations

Work with HR and Operations to manage the organization’s insurance policies

Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested related to the finance department needs.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree

5+ years of financial reporting experience at a mid-sized or larger organization

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, or related software

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Government grant experience is a plus

High personal standards for accuracy and deadlines, and treats errors as immediate opportunities for structural correction

Support both English- and Spanish-speaking staff

How to Apply:

Send a cover letter and resume as a PDF to https://foodforward.org/careers/#job-listings.

Use the subject line: Accounting Manager - (Your Name). In the body of the cover letter include 1) where you discovered this listing, and 2) if you were a variety of produce what would you be and why?

Salary

$75,000 - $82,500 per year

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