Heartland Forward has an extraordinary opportunity for a bright and passionate individual to join our quickly growing organization. The successful candidate is a skilled, highly motivated, and entrepreneurial individual seeking to join our team as a Senior Accountant.
Summary
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for the accounting, analysis and preparation of financial statements and reporting for use by management and other stakeholders.
Responsibilities
You will report to the President and CEO who oversees financial, research, programs, events, and operational activities for the organization covering a vast array of disciplines. As a crucial member of this team, you will:
Manage relationship, consult and advise regarding finances, including reporting, forecasting, and budgeting
Review simple financial statements and related schedules
Analyze and prepare complex financial statements, including consolidations and related schedules
Maintain cash balances and oversee cash activity, including coordinating with other staff to ensure timely processing, payment, and high-quality input to accounting software
Present multi-faceted information and financial reports, providing additional analysis and information as needed
Collaborate with other departments to prepare financial package presentations and build customized reports
Coordinate with other staff to provide support for finance and accounting projects
Track business activities and prepare supporting information
Responsible for adopting/establishing system for renewals and bill payment (contract administration) in coordination with administrative assistant and working with legal counsel for review.
Incumbent would be responsible for financial reports to grantors
Prepare journal entries for payroll, depreciation and other areas as needed
Provide support to tax department for compliance and tax return preparation
Provide schedules and information to other departments as needed
Analyze and prepare recommendations to management on process improvement
Participate in mentoring and training activities and work reviews
Perform other duties as required and necessary to accomplish goals and objectives
Who we are looking for:
Basic qualifications for the role:
Bachelors’ degree in accounting or related field
Minimum 3-5 years’ work experience
CPA certification or master’s degree preferred
Strong technical skills, including knowledge and use of Accounting Software, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Additional preferred qualifications and helpful experience includes:
Experience using Microsoft GP, Management Reporter, and SharePoint
Prefer work experience with payroll and/or business/individual tax preparation
Characteristics that support success:
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and multi-task
Attention to detail
Self-starter
Intellectual agility, ability to analyze and think critically
Problem identification and resolution
Work independently with moderate to no supervision
Collaborative teamwork
Process evaluation and streamlining identification
Ability to articulate ideas
Unquestionable ethics and integrity
Adaptability to a rapidly changing environment, including reprioritization
Location: Bentonville, AR
About Heartland Forward
Heartland Forward is a 501 (c) (3) nonpartisan, nonprofit “think and do tank,” focused on improving the economic performance in the center of the United States by advocating fact-based solutions to foster job creation, knowledge-based and inclusive growth, and improved health status. Most research and policy efforts by existing think tanks in the Heartland are focused on their individual state or metro areas within a state. We think a cross-cutting view is critical to solving the region's challenges, and Heartland Forward will fill this void. While recognizing the differences between places in the center of the country, we will analyze the region holistically to identify common issues and solutions.
The Institute will pursue its mission through independent, data-driven research, action-oriented convenings, and impactful policy recommendations. Its flagship convening is the Heartland Summit, a two-day summit where policy leaders, entrepreneurs, elected officials, and economic development officials come together to meet in the middle and pursue solutions to strengthen the Heartland’s economy.
Heartland Forward is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelors’ degree in accounting or related field
Minimum 3-5 years’ work experience
CPA certification or master’s degree preferred
Strong technical skills, including knowledge and use of Accounting Software, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook