Manager of Accounting at HOUSTON RECOVERY CENTER LGC – Houston, Texas

Position Summary
This position is accountable for overseeing accounting operations for the Houston Recovery Center. This includes the production of financial reports, oversee the Grant Accountant transactions for accuracy, monitoring of cash management, preparation of annual budgets and assurance of compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, regulatory requirements and Contract Compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Accounting
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
• Comply with HRC Work Culture Building Blocks and follow HRC Code of Conduct.
• Keep Client Care a top priority during client stay in the facility to include providing compassion, empathy and respect.
• Must be in self-directed recovery and willing to share experience as appropriate, if applicable to position.
• Effectively support client engagement and progress in recovery.
• Stay in compliance with documentation standards and ethical guidelines.
• Participate in ongoing training and supervision.
• Maintain internal controls for program budget and receipts of revenue.
• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.
• Issue timely and complete financial statements.
• Direct the annual audit, with assistance from staff as necessary.
• Reconcile Balance Sheet accounts timely, including bank reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy of the financial data
• Payroll entry postings, review and manage 1295 & SEFA
• Analyze financial data and present calculated variances from budget and significant issues to Chief Executive Officer in an accurate and timely manner.
• Manage the production of all annual budget and forecast.
• Support the Chief Executive Officer in engaging the board’s audit and finance committees around issues and trends in financial operating models and delivery.
• Manage organizational cash flow forecasting by working in partnership with the Chief Executive Officer.
• Prepare financial or budget plans and allocation along with the Chief Executive Officer.
• Work with Chief Executive Officer on upper level financial strategic planning
• Support Human Resource with payroll software implementation and issues

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Contract Compliance
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
• Provide clear communication of proper rules and regulations for grants, its specifications, requirements and objectives across all departments of the organization and management.
• Oversee that grants are implemented according to the financial needs of the organization.
• Keep the relevant staff informed about upcoming deadlines, thereby ensuring smooth completion of work responsibilities.
• Provide detailed reports to the funders and the board of directors with respect to the organization’s progress, as requested
• Maintain paperwork and other related documents in connection with grant-funded programs.
• Provide training for the new staff on grants management and reporting requirements.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
• Bachelor Degree or higher in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 5 years accounting experience with a Non-Profit agency preferred
• Non-profit experience preferred
• Advanced accounting knowledge and experience required
• Experience with Federal and State Contracts preferred
• Experience with the Auditing Process
• Knowledge of or aptitude for working with computerized accounting software
• Proficient working knowledge of MS Excel, Word and Office365
• Previous management experience, preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation may be required
• Must be able to pass Background check

Competencies:
• Passion for the Mission: Demonstrates a strong commitment to the mission and values of the Houston Recovery Center (HRC), supporting its goals through dedicated service and advocacy.
• Empathy and Compassion: Demonstrates genuine care, understanding, and support for individuals in recovery.
• Cultural Competency: Respects and values diverse backgrounds, identities, and perspectives.
• Recovery Orientation: Models and promotes principles of hope, empowerment, and support.
• Communication: Clearly and respectfully conveys information verbally and in writing.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with team members, clients, and external partners.
• Ethical Practice: Maintains professional integrity, confidentiality, and appropriate boundaries.
• Adaptability: Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness in dynamic environments.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Physical Demands:
• Ability to sit for extended periods while using a computer or engaging in client documentation
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the workday, including during community outreach or group facilitation
• Occasional reaching, bending, stopping or lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Work may occur in office, clinical, or community settings

Work Environment:
• Office environment with standard lighting and temperature
• Community environments including client homes, shelters, or partner agencies
• May involve exposure to individuals experiencing crisis or behavioral health challenges
• Regular interaction with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external providers

Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Due to the nature of nonprofit operations, all positions are subject to change based on program needs, funding availability, and grant requirements. Job duties, hours, and continuation of employment may be modified or discontinued as funding levels and organizational priorities change. Nothing in this description is intended to create a contract or guarantee of continued employment.