Senior Accounting Manager

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Center for Human Services - Missouri provides a salary range of $93,600.00/yr – $93,600.00/yr. Pay will be based on skills and experience.

Full-time (Hybrid/Remote). Applicants must live in or near the Sedalia, KC Metro, or St. Louis Metro area to be considered.

The Center for Human Services (CHS) has been supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1955. CHS provides programs and services to assist people with disabilities, low income, at‑risk children, and their families to meet goals and enjoy a fulfilling community life. The organization is committed to excellence, respect for differences and dignity, and advocating client autonomy.

The Senior Accounting Manager will play a crucial role in supporting our mission of "Life Without Limitations" by managing all financial functions and providing leadership to the Finance Department. The position also supports the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in overseeing the organization’s financial activities based on strategic and operational plans.

• Meet regularly with the CFO to ensure coordination and continuity of the Finance Department goals and outcomes, and resolve personnel and business issues.
• Maintain internal controls and conduct periodic audits for the Finance Department.
• Ensure financial operations follow federal, state, and agency regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Provide guidance to ensure accurate, compliant, and useful financial reporting.
• Forecast and manage cash flow to meet organizational needs.
• Participate in the annual budgeting process.
• Maintain a comprehensive working knowledge of cost accounting principles, internal controls, policies, procedures, regulatory compliance, reporting requirements, auditing, tax preparation, and budgeting processes.
• Lead the annual renewal process of general, property, and workers‑compensation insurance policies.
• Review, analyze, and approve financial statements, reconciliations, and monthly reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare financial analysis reports, annual report, budget reports, and regulatory reports as needed.
• Work directly with the independent outside audit firm to complete annual audits.
• Maintain and organize digital and physical financial records and contracts.
• Complete performance appraisals and monitor personnel issues for direct reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Adaptability
• Ethical integrity
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance
• Initiative
• Managerial aptitude
• Proficiency in financial software
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

• Effective communication with program leaders, external stakeholders, and finance professionals.
• Creation of clear, user‑friendly reporting and processes.
• Leadership of a team with effective delegation.
• Familiarity with not‑for‑profit financial concepts.
• Deep understanding of GAAP.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field.
• Five years of related finance experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience to equal nine years.
• 1–3 years of supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience working with non‑for‑profit financial statements and transactions.
• Experience managing multiple direct reports.
• Experience with Net Suite or other cloud‑based accounting software.

• Sitting and using hands to operate a computer is required.
• Close vision and the ability to adjust focus while using the computer.
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, or crouching while filing.
• Occasional lifting or moving up to fifteen pounds.

CHS offers best‑in‑industry benefits. For more details, see the benefits guide.

Full‑time (40 hrs. per week). Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm.

Center for Human Services/Chariton Valley Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Non‑profit Organizations

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