Director of Accounting

Center for Human Development (CHD)•Springfield, MA

5d•$125,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

CHD is seeking a seasoned accounting professional to fill its Director of Accounting position. The Director of Accounting will manage and supervise all balance sheet aspects of accounting, including cash management, fixed assets, leases, liabilities and net assets for a $180 million not-for-profit agency with services in Massachusetts and Connecticut. The Director of Accounting will report to the Chief Financial Officer and support the development and monitoring of internal control policies and procedures. This position has great potential for professional growth within a large, dynamic organization.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in accounting or business administration
5+ years of progressively responsible experience within a large system or department

Nice To Haves

Non-profit human service experience strongly preferred
CPA or CMA designation strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Provides leadership to accounting, cash management, fixed assets functions and staff
Provides training, support, supervision and evaluation of direct reports
Develops and monitors accounting systems to meet changing needs of the agency
Manage and monitor all accounts and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements
Issues timely and complete financial statements under GAAP
Leads the agency’s external audit and is responsible for the completion of the state Uniform Financial Report
Assures compliance with federal, state and local regulations (filings re: returns)
Evaluates current accounting procedures, practices and policies and drives continuous improvement
Prepares financial statements and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected financial position
Ensures integrity of all financial information