Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Location: Remote: Pacific Standard Time Preferred

Schedule: 8-hour shifts, Monday-Friday

Who We Are:

The Asher House is a registered non-profit sanctuary in Salem, Oregon. We rescue animals that have been discarded or unwanted, providing them with a life of comfort, love and adventure. For over two years, their Founder, Lee Asher, traveled across 49 states to promote dog adoption and spotlight various shelters and rescues. After his Pitbull Stella passed away, Lee was determined to fulfill his lifelong dream of creating a sanctuary, where animals could feel treasured, protected, and free. In late 2020, Lee discovered a large parcel of property which was the perfect setting to turn his vision into a reality! We are here to help people have better days and get animals adopted. The Asher House is on a mission to make the world a better place, one rescue animal at a time!

About the Job:

The Accounting Manager will play an integral role in the day-to-day management of accounting tasks by coordinating the various activities involved in maintaining the general ledger and financial systems, expenditures, cash flow, assets and liabilities. While this position does not manage staff directly, it is responsible for managing the processes and tasks to ensure successful completion of month-end close, completeness and accuracy of financial reports, and creation and adherence to procedures and internal controls, among other duties. Excellent time management, critical thinking, multi-tasking, attention to detail, and diligence to ensure the timely completion of tasks are some of the skills required for success in this position.

*Note: Please read the full job description and required qualifications. Only candidates that meet all criteria will be considered for the position.

Accounting Manager Job Description:

Develop and implement controls, process improvements and efficiencies. Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) standards and regulatory requirements; maintains internal controls and safeguards.

Maintaining accurate records; recording transactions from all funding sources and all operating and capital expenditures and ensuring compliance with GAAP.

Managing Accounts Payable, reviewing and coding invoices, ensuring timely payments to vendors, assisting in vendor dispute resolution when escalated, and ensuring the overall relationships with vendors are in good standing. Responsible for any required 1099 preparation and distribution at year-end.

Own the end-to-end monthly close process, including recording / reviewing all journal entries, perform analysis, reconciliations and prepare detailed monthly close reporting and documentation, including monthly income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Review full process, continually work to improve efficiency and reduce days to close.

Budget and forecasting; assist with annual budget process and ongoing revisions to annual forecast; prepare detailed variance analysis and reporting versus actual expenses monthly

Coordinate and manage the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors and preparing necessary documentation; prepare/review financial audit workpapers, financial statements, and footnotes on an annual basis.

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial regulations, including timely filing of tax returns and other regulatory reports; lead annual tax process; prepare/review/compile tax schedules for 990, sales tax and other tax forms

Set-up financials to allow for Functional, location/site and purpose driven reporting

Grant Management: monitor and track grant expenditures, ensuring compliance with donor restrictions and reporting requirements. Prepare financial reports for grantors, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.

Other projects and tasks as assigned.

Skills Required:

Strong accounting background (experience and education) with solid knowledge and understanding of GAAP accounting.

Excellent verbal / written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Ability to multi-task and manage time efficiently and effectively to meet critical and aggressive internal and external deadlines.

Great attention to detail, problem-solving and critical thinking skills; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Able to work independently, as well as collaboratively to achieve individual and team goals.

Proactive and self-motivated attitude with the drive to take ownership of responsibilities assigned.

Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize ongoing projects and tasks.

Experience with QuickBooks accounting software preferred

Commitment to the mission and values of the organization.

Required Experience:

Holds an advanced degree in Finance, Business or comparable.

Overall experience of 5–7 years.

Minimum of 2-3 years non-profit accounting experience.

Benefits: Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Time Off, Paid Federal Holidays

The Asher House is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

This is a remote position.