Senior Accountant

Salary: $77,250 - $91,000 yearly

Location: California (prefer Los Angeles or San Francisco Area), position is hybrid with occasional in-office requirements.

WHO ARE WE?

Founded in 2004, Brilliant Corners provides innovative housing and housing-related services to those transitioning from or at risk of homelessness or institutionalization. We develop, own, and manage multi-family supportive housing and licensed residential care homes. Additionally, we implement a broad array of scattered-site, one-on-one supportive housing, and clinical case management programs through partnerships with developmental services, homeless services, veteran services, and health care sectors.

In short, we do good work.

We have offices statewide with a staff of passionate people. While we are growing rapidly, we are also selective: We're seeking inspired, talented people who want to be part of a team affecting profound change and who have fun doing it.

POSITION SUMMARY

The FHSP Senior Accountant position is an integral part of our growing Finance team. This position will have primary responsibility for leading the monthly invoicing and various reporting requirements for the Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool (FHSP) and its related programs and supervising the FHSP accounting team. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, a problem-solver, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

The FHPS Senior Accountant will report directly to the Financial Operations Manager and will work closely with and supervise a team of 4 accountants. The candidate is required to maintain a collaborative working relationship with Brilliant Corners Managers and other related personnel. Successful performance of the work requires considerable knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the ability to exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for FHSP monthly close ensuring that internal and external monthly reporting and invoicing are timely and accurate
• Responsible for timely and accurate quarterly Measure H reporting and filing. Responsible for financial administration of program-based monthly, quarterly, and annual billing and reporting
• Compile, analyze, and report accounting data for management reports and decision-making purposes
• Responsible for the maintenance of Brilliant Corners' corporate audit schedules
• Lead FHSP reclassification preparation and import into the accounting system
• Provide financial support for fiscal year public grants budget process as well as budget amendments
• May act as primary liaison with outside auditors and government agencies on contract issues
• Manage and perform other various accounting activities
• Manage monthly closings and supervise the FHSP accounting team
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

MINDSETS

You bring your "A" game to work. You inspire a culture of excellence and take pride in doing "whatever it takes" for our clients and partners. You believe that it's a reflection on you, your work, and the organization you represent.

You're a people person. You invest in relationships and love to cultivate the talents of the people around you. You are the cheerleader for your team. You enjoy providing great customer service.

You're an emerging leader. You act with confidence and integrity with an eye toward solutions. Your peers and team naturally look to you for guidance. Your supervisor knows that you can be counted on to be strategic and follow through to get results. You are energized as much by the success of your team as by your own personal success.

You're obsessed with organization. You're known as someone who gets things done quickly and calmly. You can handle many responsibilities at once and you instinctively discern between what's important and what's urgent. Things don't fall through the cracks.

You thrive in an entrepreneurial environment. You're resourceful and at ease with ambiguity and rapid change. You possess a positive, can-do attitude, and are adept at identifying creative solutions that turn challenges into opportunities. You can handle many important responsibilities at once and you're rigorous about prioritization.

Requirements

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• 3 years experience in supervising accounting staff
• Thorough understanding of GAAP
• Thought understanding of balance sheet accounts and reconciliations
• Experience and proficiency with Salesforce, Intacct, and Microsoft Office
• Understanding of all aspects of a payment transaction from payment acceptance, reconciliation, dispute resolution, and payouts
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively with a team and suggest improvements to various processes
• Detail oriented and able to effectively organize and manage multiple responsibilities
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Sensitivity to homeless people and the issues of homelessness and recovery, and the ability to work with people from diverse educational and personal backgrounds

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

• Ability to manage and build a team
• Ability to clearly articulate program goals and develop tools and metrics for staff to achieve those goals
• Excellent organizational, communication, and planning skills
• Can manage multiple deadlines efficiently and simultaneously
• Solid team leader who is able to work well collaboratively on projects and under pressure
• Demonstrate the necessary attitudes, knowledge, and skills to deliver culturally responsive services and work effectively in cross-cultural situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Basic computer knowledge, MS Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel required; some Salesforce knowledge a plus
• Flexibility is required regarding scheduling and prioritizing tasks
• Ability to utilize critical thinking skills in decision-making situations, good organizational and record-keeping skills, and good independent judgment

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Proof of vaccination required.

Salary range for this position is $77,250 - $91,000 salary. This position is being offered at $77,250 salary, exempt.

Brilliant Corners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring, and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long Term Disability)

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Hybrid Work