Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Accounting Manager
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Reporting to the CFO, the Accounting Manager supports UMAA by managing all day‑to‑day accounting operations and ensuring accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting. As a separate legal entity, accounting operations include an independent audit and government filings. As an organization related to the University, operations include alignment with the University finance and human resources requirements where applicable. The position supports the CFO in financial planning, budgeting and forecasting. The Accounting Manager oversees a Finance Specialist and 1‑2 part‑time accounting student workers.
Essential Functions Financial accounting, reporting and compliance (75%)
Manage daily accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts and cross‑company transactions with the University of Minnesota and the University of Minnesota Foundation.
Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial close processes, prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
Manage annual audit and tax return preparation.
Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for management, Board of Directors and Board Committees.
Assist in preparing annual budgets, forecasts and financial plans in collaboration with leadership and staff.
Monitor cash balance and requirements, initiate transfers from investments and University funds.
Identify and implement process improvements to continually enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of finance operations.
Serve as a back‑up for time‑sensitive accounting duties performed by the Finance Specialist during absences.
Payroll and Human Resources (15%)
Assist staff with hiring, including job postings and search committee support.
Process changes to employee records in University of Minnesota system, including hiring, terminations, salary adjustments and other documentation.
Manage employee records held at UMAA.
Connect staff with appropriate University human resource support to address HR‑related questions, FMLA leave, and other needs.
Recruit, train, supervise and mentor staff.
Other Functions Other duties as assigned (10%)
Provide support to CFO for occasional HR and IT related activities.
Provide support at major UMAA events.
* The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
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Essential Functions Financial accounting, reporting and compliance (75%)
Manage daily accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts and cross‑company transactions with the University of Minnesota and the University of Minnesota Foundation.
Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial close processes, prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
Manage annual audit and tax return preparation.
Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for management, Board of Directors and Board Committees.
Assist in preparing annual budgets, forecasts and financial plans in collaboration with leadership and staff.
Monitor cash balance and requirements, initiate transfers from investments and University funds.
Identify and implement process improvements to continually enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of finance operations.
Serve as a back‑up for time‑sensitive accounting duties performed by the Finance Specialist during absences.
Payroll and Human Resources (15%)
Assist staff with hiring, including job postings and search committee support.
Process changes to employee records in University of Minnesota system, including hiring, terminations, salary adjustments and other documentation.
Manage employee records held at UMAA.
Connect staff with appropriate University human resource support to address HR‑related questions, FMLA leave, and other needs.
Recruit, train, supervise and mentor staff.
Other Functions Other duties as assigned (10%)
Provide support to CFO for occasional HR and IT related activities.
Provide support at major UMAA events.
* The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
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