Senior Accountant

Description

Senior Accountant

$78,000-$90,000 / exempt

Available Schedules (subject to change):
Full Time / 7:30am-4:00pm (start time may vary but must be consistent)

Location:

Royal Oaks Retirement Community

10015 W. Royal Oak Road

Sun City, AZ 85351

Cross streets are 99th and Grand Avenue

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Chief Financial Officer, manages accounting functions and prepares reports and statistics detailing financial results. Establishes and maintains accounting practices to ensure accurate and reliable data necessary for business operations. Actively participate and be responsible for day-to-day finance functions, month-end, quarterly and annual financial related documentation needed for all the organization’s entities. Supervision is exercised over accounts payable, billing, and purchase functions. 

Brief Overview of Major Duties:

• Performs all monthly bank and trust reconciliations.
• Performs monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts, including, but not limited to accounts receivable, prepaid expenses, inventories, fixed assets, accounts payable, accrued payroll, other accrued expenses, and customer deposits, long-term debt payable and unearned revenue.
• Manages the accounts receivable/payable function within the organization's established policies. Arranges and oversees completion of all work including posting, processing, and verification of receipts, credit claims, refunds, interest charges, or other similar records. Produces regular or special written reports. Suggests improvements in processes to increase effectiveness of organization.
• Ensures the accuracy of data and adherence of the system to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Plans and monitors annual audit by the independent CPA firm. Prepares related annual schedules and assists with requests by the audit team. 
• Conduct meetings with staff, vendors, and other key project partners to facilitate a teamwork approach. 
• Coordinates the development of department budgets, including compilation of departmental requests, revenue forecasting, database collection, and a review of current expenditures and anticipated future expenditures and on-going budget monitoring and reporting. 
• Performs various general accounting functions such as journal entries, account reconciliations, special reports, etc.
• Responsible for knowledge of, and compliance with, internal control procedures. Suggests enhancements to internal control procedures to safeguard Royal Oaks’ assets.
• Monitoring monthly revenues and expenditures of Royal Oaks as they relate to the annual budget. Meets with CFO regularly to discuss monitoring results.
• Develops, plans, and implements specialized accounting procedures and systems within an accounting unit to meet organization’s accounting/information needs.
• Directs and coordinates the compilation of financial and related statistical data and the preparation, coordination, and submittal of reports required by department officials, state and federal agencies.
• Assists residents with their Royal Oaks billing statement.
• Supports and assists supervisors/manager with vendor invoices to ensure they are paid accurately and timely. 
• Is committed to keeping confidential any sensitive information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Actively engages in new employee selection, interviewing, hiring and ensuring that initial and ongoing training/orientation programs are in place. 
• Follows the organization’s Human Resources procedures with employee interviewing, hiring, training, coaching, delivering corrective action, evaluating performance and termination. This list is not all inclusive and you are encouraged to consult with Human Resources with any questions or concerns.
• Addresses and resolves complaints and problems and coordinates with Human Resources any actions related to discipline and termination.
• Develop and maintain a high level of staff morale and motivation, allowing for opportunities of learning and growth. 

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of accounting theory, concepts and practices applicable to accounting requirements of a non-profit facility.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills for monitoring accounting records and resolving accounting problems.
  Principles and methods of financial administration.
• Managing accounts payables, receivables, banking and cash handling.
• Computer proficiency-- Microsoft Word/Excel, Outlook and Dynamics Business Central.
• Organized, able to multi-task, think creatively and adapt to different situations.
• Must be able to complete training on computer and/or other devices.
• Maintain competency in the position and knowledge of trade/industry advances and new technologies.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English with all levels of staff, residents, and guests. 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Accountancy.
• Has three or more years of progressive responsibility in accounting; both accounts payable and receivable, internal controls, financial report preparation, and operation of personal computer equipment.
• Preferably public accounting assurance service experience. 

Licenses and Certifications:

• Has current and valid Fingerprint clearance card or apply for one within 20 days of hire.

Physical Requirements:

• Is able to carry/lift/push/pull up to 30 pounds.
• Has manual dexterity to perform any of the job functions.
• May need to operate a fire extinguisher.
• Is able to assist in evacuation procedures. 

Essential Functions :

• Physical: fine manipulation (pen, using a mouse)
• Cognitive: direct others, written and oral communication, work under time constraints, concentrate amid distractions, math/calculations, ensure accuracy of details, creativity, remember names and details, problem solve, make decisions, work rapidly, examine/observe details, analytical ability, working within minimal errors, reason (make sense of things)
• Environmental: inside, working with other, working around others

Hiring Process:

• Pre-employment Drug Screening
• Criminal Background Check
• Adult Protective Services (APS) Registry Check
• Employment Verification
• TB Testing
• Royal Oaks is a Drug Free Workplace. Royal Oaks conducts pre-employment, random and reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with its drug-free workplace policy. Royal Oaks' general hiring policy does not discriminate against registered medical marijuana cardholders. However, in accordance with A.R.S. 23-493.06 Royal Oaks may decline to employ or to continue to employ persons in safety-sensitive positions based on the results of drug testing.
• Royal Oaks does not discriminate in hiring or employment against holders of Arizona's Medical Marijuana card, although we do prohibit marijuana use on premise. Although Arizona has legalized recreational marijuana use as well as medical use, the law creates no employment protections for applicants or employees who are recreational marijuana users. Royal Oaks will require a drug screen for all applicants who accept a job offer and may decline those applicants who are positive for marijuana without a Medical Marijuana card. Royal Oaks will continue to prohibit all employees from using, selling, possessing, or being impaired by marijuana in the workplace and while on duty.

Incredible Benefits!

• Get Health Benefits Fast – Medical, dental, vision benefits start the first day after the month you're hired! (Full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Access to mental health support, legal counseling, financial coaching, and more through Talkspace and other resources.
• Choice of Two Affordable Medical Plans – Starting as low as $66/month for employee-only coverage (Full-time only). 
• On-Campus Medical Providers – Convenient healthcare options right at your workplace.
• Six Annual Paid Holidays – Enjoy time off to recharge with paid holidays throughout the year.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Start accruing PTO from day one, with up to 3 weeks in your first year (Full-time only).
• Cash in Unused PTO Hours – Convert unused PTO into cash (limits and details apply).
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) – Get 4 hours of paid VTO annually to give back to your community, without using your PTO.
• Referral Bonus – Earn up to $600 for each friend you refer who gets hired – and there’s no limit to how many people you can refer!
• Scholarship Program – Receive up to $5,000 annually in tuition reimbursement to support your educational goals.
• Career Growth Opportunities – We promote from within! Last year, we proudly promoted over 30 employees.
• FREE Fitness Center Access – Stay healthy with on-site gym facilities or enjoy gym reimbursement up to $200 annually.
• Annual Shoe Reimbursement – Get up to $40 annually for work shoes to keep you comfortable and stylish.
• Uniform & Reimbursement – Uniforms provided or reimbursed for many positions.
• Covered Parking – Convenient parking at no extra cost.
• Employee Meal Discount – Enjoy 20% off meals while at work.
• Free Starbucks Coffee – Fuel up with free Starbucks coffee anytime!
• Exclusive Employee Discount Program – Save big on travel, electronics, entertainment, and more!
• Retirement Plan with Matching – Save for the future with a retirement plan offering 4%-10% matching contributions.

Royal Oaks Awards:

2024 Senior Care's Best Places to Work from WeCare Connect 

2022 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award / Top 25 'Best in Wellness' Senior Living Communities in North America-2021 National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), GOLD AWARD - Category 55+ Design Awards / Best Service Enriched Community on the Boards Inspirata Pointe at Royal Oaks 

Disclaimer: This job posting is intended as a general summary of duties and responsibilities. A comprehensive job description is available upon request.