Top 13 Director of accounting Jobs in Wethersfield, Ct

Assistant Director of Finance, Magnet Schools
Goodwin College —East Hartford, CT
- Full-time
- CPA
- 3 years
- Supervising experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Director, Treasury
Talcott Financial Group —Hartford, CT
- $170,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- CPA
- Office
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Oscar Health —Hartford, CT
- $180,504 - $236,911 a year
- Overtime
- Remote
- CPA
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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The City of Hartford —Hartford, CT
- $69,676.10 - $127,911.68 a year
- Weekends as needed
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Director of Government Accounting
Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc. —Simsbury, CT
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Office
- Finance
Accounting Consultant – Engagement Director
CliftonLarsonAllen —West Hartford, CT
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CPA
- Finance
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
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Firm Enterprise Solutions Associate Director, Controllership
Deloitte —Hartford, CT
- $118,700 - $218,600 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
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- Finance
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Assistant Director of Finance & Operations
Berlin Board of Education —Berlin, CT
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
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- CPA
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Assurance Managing Director - Life Sciences
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP —West Hartford, CT
- $201,810 - $382,600 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Office
- 3 years
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Assistant Director of Finance, Magnet Schools

Goodwin College -
East Hartford, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
12 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Supervising experience
Managing accounting teams
Accounting and finance experience

Full Job Description

Description

The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.

Position Description Summary/Purpose :

This position is accountable for leading the Magnet School Finance team in managing the financial and accounting controls and policies, annual budgeting, federal and state grant reporting, cash management, and financial modeling. Further, this position is responsible for providing leadership and coaching to the Finance team.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities :

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

Cash flow management, which includes the initiation of any drawdowns, the review and signing of checks, as well as the monitoring of daily cash balances across Magnet School accounts
Maintains the user security and access to accounting information systems
Manages Magnet School Finance staff and deliverables to ensure accuracy and timeliness while assisting with the prioritization of duties
Interacts with Magnet Schools staff and management on a regular basis
Performs various tasks associated with the month-end close while adhering to all internal deadlines
Responsible for ensuring that all journal entries are accurate, timely and in accordance with GAAP and CT State Department of Education (SDE) regulations
Responsible for the daily cash accounting activities of the Magnet Schools, including balancing and reconciling all cash accounts in a consistent and timely manner
Works with Magnet School Finance staff to bill and record revenues associated with the Pre-K and After-School programs, as well as other programs
Ability to present Magnet School financial statements to both the Budget & Finance and Audit & Risk Board committees, as needed and answer any follow-up inquiries regarding quarterly activity
Assists with the preparation and compilation of the Magnet School annual budget and facilitates the finalization of various grant applications
Assembles and files the annual Statement of Expenditures Report (ED141) for all Magnet School operating grants
Reviews monthly Magnet School construction billing packages and prepares schedules which project construction cash flow demands
Facilitates all audit requests with regards to construction grant audits
Liaise with local townships to ensure tuition is collected and any outstanding balances are properly investigated
Meets monthly with District Leadership to review YTD actual expenditures against the budget and communicate the impact of any and all revisions proposed by management
Assists with tracking revenues and expenditures by grant source
Facilitates the resolution of any discrepancies on Magnet School drawdowns or reimbursements with the Connecticut State Department of Education (SDE.)
Prepares and analyzes monthly operating expense reports relative to budgets for all Magnet Schools
Performs certain aspects of accounts payable processes for the Magnet Schools, including ensuring that policies and procedures related to internal controls are followed
Prepares annual 1099 Statements for vendors in an accurate and timely manner, including timely reporting of 1099 income to the IRS
Constantly monitors new legislation as it specifically relates to Magnet Schools and implements any necessary changes to daily / monthly / quarterly / yearly processes within the Finance team
Constantly monitors and assesses current internal control environment across the Magnet School operations and, where necessary, produces any new or revised procedures to support the overall goal of accurate and timely financial reporting
Trains and coaches staff throughout their daily work, as deemed necessary
Coordinates and assists with the preparation of all Magnet School related annual audit schedules for the Goodwin University fiscal year audit
Occasionally assists with ad hoc work surrounding Magnet Schools and Goodwin University management needs

Other Functions

Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates
Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends
Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort

Knowledge, Ability and Skill :

Requires a working knowledge of basic financial statements
Sound knowledge of compliance regulations for organizations working within the education or not-for-profit sectors
Exceptional interpersonal skills, a collaborative style, and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work effectively within stringent time constraints
Knowledge of state and federal reporting and records retention requirements preferred
Working knowledge of Ellucian Colleague system
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Must be comfortable working with a diverse team of talented individuals across multiple operating entities
Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience :

Minimum of a B.A., ideally with an MBA/CPA or related degree
At least 5 - 7 years working knowledge in accounting or finance with at least 3 years of supervisory experience

Physical and Mental Requirements :

Work Environment

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Outdoor Weather Conditions

Work with fumes or airborne particles

Work near moving mechanical parts

Risk of electrical shock

Vibration

Physical Activity

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Standing

Walking

Sitting

Talking & Hearing

Using hands/fingers to handle/feel

Climbing or balancing

Bending, pulling, pushing

Driving

Lifting Requirements

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Up to 10 pounds

Up to 25 pounds

Up to 50 pounds

Up to 75 pounds

Up to 100 pounds

Over 100 pounds

Vision Requirements:

X Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)

___Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)

___Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)

___Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or

left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)

___Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and

spatial relationships)

___ No special vision requirements

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
401k employer match
Employee & dependent life insurance
Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
PTO program
Flexible work schedules

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the University as the needs of the University and requirements of the job change.)

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