Senior Accountant

About South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity

South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity (SPSHFH) was founded in 1989 as an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International in Olympia, Washington. Our organization has successfully built 83 homes over the past 34 years. Our main focus is building energy efficient homes for low-income families, as well as creating affordable homeownership opportunities in the community, providing critical home repairs and supporting neighborhood revitalization.

Our mission is seeking to put God’s love into action, South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.

Our values include:

• People First. Putting people first is an integral part of our core philosophy. By examining policies and practices both inside and outside of our organization, framing decisions based upon their impact on people, and addressing those most often marginalized, we are committed to creating a more diverse and equitable community.
• Community. We cultivate community by establishing and nurturing a sense of connectedness and belonging across all aspects of our work. We acknowledge that we depend on each other, that our dependence and connectedness is rooted in trust and collectively working toward a common goal.
• Future Generations. We focus on making lasting changes in our community by building wealth and nurturing environments for our elders, children, and everyone in between. Future generations will be empowered by our long-term strategy and vision of a world where everyone can have the opportunity to live in a decent and affordable home.
• Integrity. We are committed to conduct ourselves in a manner consistent with the highest standards of integrity. We are honest, ethical, and fair in everything we do. We keep our word, deliver on our promises, acknowledge our mistakes, and do the honorable thing in the face of adversity.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to strengthening the community, by strengthening those in the community. We do this by examining mistakes from the past, the uncertainty and division in the present, and the future that could be. We aim to dispel myths and misconceptions with facts and awareness and remove the stigma of having frank and oftentimes difficult conversations. We do this not by tearing others down, but by lifting up those who are most often marginalized and misunderstood.

For more information about SPSHFH, please visit our website.

Position Description

The Senior Accountant is responsible for oversight of accounting, financial reporting and budgeting functions. This position is responsible for accuracy, timeliness and compliance related directly, and indirectly, to internal accounting, internal and external reporting, grants, and tax compliance. This position is full time.

Specific Job Functions

Financial Management – 70%

• Maintain the general ledger, including month-end account reconciliations/closings, and preparation of monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist with cash flow management, including bank reconciliations, cash requirements, and monthly investment activities.
• Process weekly accounts payable, sales receipts, donations, credit card, purchase card, Amazon, and debit card purchases.
• Process monthly invoices for grants and construction draws.
• Process bi-weekly payroll including final review of approved timecards for accuracy.
• Process quarterly business and occupations returns with City of Olympia and City of Yelm.
• Process monthly Department of Revenue excise tax return for sales tax and business and occupation state tax.
• Design, analyze, and present financial reports and information in an accurate and timely manner.
• Clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements to staff and board.
• Monitor progress and changes against budget, forecast to end of the year, and keep the leadership team engaged with the organization’s financial status.
• Administer and manage annual operating and capital budgets in cooperation with the leadership team based on the current and long-term goals of the organization.
• Create, update, and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve and update the finance department’s overall policies and keep its practices and procedures up to date.
• Coordinate and lead audit and work effectively with external auditors and the internal committee of the board of directors.

Compliance – 30%

• Ensure compliance and accurate reporting on all grant obligations including state and federal grants.
• Coordinating with the external auditor.
• Ensure upkeep for SAM registration, Secretary of State annual filing, Secretary of State charity renewal, Department of Revenue business license, and other government registrations.
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of federal and state related accounting reports, 941, L & I, Unemployment, WA PFML, etc.).
• Ensure organizational compliance with local, state, and federal tax law as well as internal control systems.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from a four-year university in accounting and/or finance. Ideal candidate would have a minimum of five years accounting experience, three in corporate accounting and preferably exposure to grant reporting or non-profit organizations. Certified Public Accountant preferred but not required.

Skills

• Commitment to the Habitat for Humanity principles and core values as well as willingness to work on a collaborative team
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Current knowledge of FASB/GASB and relevant regulations.
• Technology savvy with knowledge of accounting and reporting software.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure to meet scheduled and unexpected deadlines.
• Working knowledge of office machines, multi-line phone system, internet and email usage.
• Work week is Monday to Friday or other 5-day arrangement as fits needs of organization.

Compensation

Pay range: $60,217 - $90,325

Hiring range: $60,217 - $75,271

• Medical coverage through Regence
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Dental and vision coverage through Principal
• Employee Assistance Program, including telehealth and video options
• SIMPLE IRA with 3% employer matching contribution
• Long-term disability insurance
• Basic group life and voluntary life insurance
• Vacation time starts at 10 days per year, increasing with the length of employment
• Sick time for all employees
• 15 paid holidays
• Employee discount in our Habitat Stores

Equity and Inclusion

Demonstrate the initiative to learn and enhance skills that promote anti-racism, cultural competency, and an understanding of oppression and its impact. Participate in intentional learning efforts, including events relating to understanding institutional racism and building cultural competency

Peak Performer Commitments

• We care about our vision and know we are making a difference through our work
• We value individual contribution and the power of teams
• We build relationships that drive desired results

Essential Physical Skills

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to; use a computer keyboard and screen; and communicate effectively with team members. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms to file and use a phone.

This position requires a strong command of the English language.

Environmental Conditions

Office environments with occasional visits to external environments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All SPSHFH employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed, to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.