About SAS

Strategic Association Solutions is an accounting outsourcing firm dedicated to serving membership-based nonprofits, including trade associations and professional societies. We understand the unique challenges these organizations face and provide tailored solutions to streamline their accounting operations. By partnering with SAS, organizations can focus on their mission while we handle the complexities of budgeting, reporting, compliance, and day-to-day accounting tasks. Our goal is to enhance operational efficiency and financial stability, building a foundation for long-term success for our clients.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant is a vital contributor to our organization, bringing strong self-motivation and adept time management to the role. This position oversees full-charge accounting, managing general accounting, and reporting for client organizations. The Senior Accountant ensures the accuracy of financial processes by recording and reconciling accounts, issuing invoices through the AMS system, and maintaining stringent internal controls. Following best practices, the Senior Accountant is responsible for processing data and funds in relation to client membership, including dues and certification renewals, and related fees, meeting registration, merchandise orders, invoicing, and reporting. 

Essential Functions

• Review and finalize transactions related to monthly close timely and accurately.  Ensure revenue and expenses are recorded in proper accounting period utilizing information provided by client team.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly client billing based on contractual fees and direct expenses.  Maintain client files and reports to Senior Leadership.
• Ensure collection of Accounts Receivable in coordination with Leadership and client staff.
• Ensure proper coding and processing of Accounts Payable in coordination with staff accountants.
• Prepare complete, accurate, and timely financial statements and variance analyses for multiple clients.
• Coordinate with Senior staff to ensure up to date maintenance of financial policies, procedures, and controls.
• Prepare for year-end audit, including financial schedules and providing information as requested to auditors.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems to ensure compliance with GAAP standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Develops an understanding of the association client's business to provide accurate and in-depth analysis and financial guidance in coordination with the Accounting Manager.
• Lead improvements in financial processes.
• Participate in Client meetings supporting Senior Leadership and client staff.

Other duties that align with the mission and vision of the company as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance preferred; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of well-rounded accounting experience.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Excel and Accounting software.  Netsuite experience a plus.
• Ability to manipulate data for actionable management reporting.
• Effective planning and organization skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Independent worker with strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer service orientation and ability to interact effectively at all levels.
• Proactive and collaborative working style, committed to continuous improvement.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, or physical demands required. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned, and reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel may be necessary for this position, up to 2% of the time. Modes of transportation may include air travel, car, or rail.

SAS EEO Statement

SAS does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline. In addition, it is the policy of Kellen to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances where a particular employee works.