Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Accounting Operations Manager

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

An Accounting Operations Manager at Catholic Charities:

SUMMARY

Perform a variety of complex accounting duties in the verification, maintenance, reconciliation, and reporting of specialized accounting records. Establishes and maintains related policies and procedures; provides support to the Controller and support staff; and coordinates financial management functions to assure financial compliance.

Accounting / Analysis

• Execute complex accounting duties in the preparation of financial documents, records, and reports.
• Review enterprise accounting data for accuracy, appropriateness and documentation.
• Coordinate and oversee information exchange for all external/regulatory financial audits.
• Assist in development/implementation of internal audit reviews
• Mentor and develop accounting team staff.
• Compile/Review semi-annual USDA MINC reporting.
• Assist in monthly close activities and the year-end closing process
• Assist program (ministry) staff in interpreting laws, rules and regulations, and clarifying procedures.
• Monitor expenditures and income related to various program budgets to assure availability of funds.
• Liaise between agency personnel (program, accounting, development) and contractors.
• Prepare and distribute monthly/quarterly status reports.
• Review/reconciles cash and account balances; Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts.
• Support payroll, donations processing, fixed assets and budget process to serve in backup roles and as the subject matter expert.
• Manage Enterprise Zone Tax Credit submission process.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of advanced accounting practices and principles. Non-profit accounting highly desirable.
• Knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations for nonprofit financial record keeping and reporting especially regarding grant and other donor requirements highly desirable.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Strong computer systems skills, including proficiency in business and accounting computer systems, and advanced Excel skills. Serenic and Yardi system experience highly desirable.
• Raiser’s Edge experience desirable.
• Must possess high initiative and be detail oriented.
• Organized and able to work with little supervision.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; preferably in business administration, accounting, or related field; and five or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong MS Office suite skills desired. Experience with Serenic systems and Raiser’s Edge a plus.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

CPA, CMA or CIA preferred.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

$80,000-$90,000

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Shift is Full Time
• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

**Part-time employees (20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company paid holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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