The Institute of Buddhist Studies in Berkeley, California, is looking to hire a full-time Senior Accountant.
The responsibilities include:
Performing month-end close, and preparing monthly account reconciliations and journal entries.
Reviewing and preparing endowment-related schedules. Reviewing investment statements, investment manager summaries, and preparing monthly reconciliation of endowment schedules.
Preparing and processing monthly payroll.
Reconciling the monthly payroll to 941 quarterly payroll tax report.
Assisting in the preparation of financial reports and analysis including monthly, quarterly, year-end reporting (W-2s and 1099s) and other outside reporting.
Assisting with the annual audit preparation and providing audit support.
Assisting with the preparation of the organization’s tax returns.
Assisting with A/R and A/P as needed.
Performing additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
B.A. degree in accounting.
Seven to 10 years of progressive experience in accounting,
Self-motivated and ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent understanding of accounting rules and procedures including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Strong understanding of account reconciliation.
Payroll experience desired.
Higher education, endowment and or broad-based accounting experience desired.
Aptitude for analyzing financial data and generating accurate reports in a timely manner.
Sage experience is a plus.
Benefits include:
Salary commensurate with experience and capability.
Hybrid/remote work schedule.
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
Generous vacation, floating holidays, sick and the week off between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
401K retirement plan and annual employer retirement contribution.
Great work life balance – flexible hours.
Anyone interested is urged to contact IBS President Rev. Dr. David Matsumoto at: drmatsumoto@shin-ibs.edu.