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We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager with expertise in cash reconciliations, forensic accounting, and audit lookbacks to join our team in Los Angeles, California. In this contract role, you will be instrumental in conducting a comprehensive 3-year financial audit lookback, leading efforts to reconcile cash accounts, investigate discrepancies, and ensure financial integrity within our non-profit organization. This position requires exceptional analytical skills, a detail-oriented approach, and a strong background in forensic accounting.
Job Responsibility:
Lead cash reconciliation processes for all assigned accounts, ensuring accuracy, identifying variances, and investigating discrepancies
Oversee a comprehensive 3-year audit lookback, analyzing historical transactions, and preparing thorough reports for auditors and management
Apply forensic accounting techniques to detect and resolve irregularities, trace missing funds, and evaluate internal controls
Document findings, provide actionable recommendations regarding process improvements, and develop controls to prevent future discrepancies
Collaborate with internal and external auditors during reviews and provide supporting documentation as required
Analyze and verify supporting documentation for complex transactions, ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory standards
Utilize advanced spreadsheet and database tools to organize, track, and present large volumes of financial data
Prepare detailed reconciliation schedules and summary reports to communicate findings and progress to leadership
Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information during all phases of the audit and reconciliation processes
Support the mentorship and oversight of junior staff involved in reconciliation projects and audit preparation
Requirements:
Proficiency in fixed asset management, Yardi, and Oracle systems
Strong knowledge of consolidations, intercompany accounting, and general ledger processes
Familiarity with lease accounting and fixed asset accounting principles
Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field
Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in financial analysis, preferably within a public or non-profit agency
Expertise in analyzing complex cash reconciliations
Ability to manage projects from inception to completion while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy
Proven leadership skills, including staff supervision, training, and evaluation
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance
401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible)
paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time