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Job Title: Accounting ManagerLocation: New York, NY Reports to: Assistant Controller WHO WE AREFueled by passion and urgency, the National Kidney Foundation is a lifeline for all people affected by kidney disease. As pioneers of scientific research and innovation, NKF focuses on the whole patient through the lens of kidney health. Relentless in our work, we enhance lives through action, education, and accelerating change. WHAT WE BELIEVE INNKF's Mission is what we do, our Values are how we do it.Accountability- Earn and Keep TrustCollaboration-Work as a teamCommunication- Empower with informationCommunity-Build stronger communityCompassion- Lead with care and respectImpact-Focus on the missionYour Voice Matters: WHAT YOU'LL DOThe Accounting Manager is responsible for general ledger analysis, adjusting journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and related tasks to support the Finance Department and NKF objectives.This position is expected to participate in the monthly close process, identify process improvements, and maintain appropriate accounting control procedures and records for assigned tasks:Analysis, Entries, and Reconciliations Monthly reconciliation of NKF's investment portfolioMaintain a schedule of investment sales with realized gain/loss calculationsPrepare all monthly investment activity entriesMaintain and reconcile the monthly detailed fixed asset schedules detailing cost, useful life, and depreciation/amortizationPrepare monthly entries to record depreciation/amortization and adjustments, if applicable.Conduct an annual audit of fixed assetsPrepare monthly bank reconciliationsConsult with the AR team to resolve reconciling itemsMaintain updated bank reconciliationsMaintain monthly store activity records, including sales, inventory movement, and related reconciliationsMaintain and reconcile FIFO inventory reports to ensure inventory valuation accuracy and proper cost accountingReconcile all other major balance sheet accounts monthly Cash Transactions Record Inter-bank transfers, bank fees, and interest paymentsReconcile and record petty cash advance transactions Credit Card Transactions Research disputed duplicate and/or fraudulent credit card chargesProcess credit card refundsAnalyze credit card processing fees and trends Other Serve as the Corporate Finance Department's team member who is responsible for general ledger accounting entries and supportUpdate Wire Cash Receipts /Disbursement Schedule dailyPrepare ad hoc audit schedules and analyses as neededPerforms additional duties as required WHAT YOU'LL POSSESSBachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience (preferably with a national nonprofit organization)Experience with maintaining complicated worksheetsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP functions, data analysis, and reportingProficiency in Microsoft Word required. Knowledge of Microsoft Great Plains accounting software is a plusAbility to complete tasks on a timely basis and meet the monthly closing cycle deadlineStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work both independently and as a member of a teamAbility to interact professionally with all levels of NKF, including Headquarters, Field Services staff, and volunteersAbility to handle a variety of assignments simultaneouslyDetail-oriented and excellent organizational skillsWORKING CONDITIONS, EQUIPMENT USED AND SPECIAL INFORMATIONMust have unimpeachable integrity and trustworthiness and possess a high degree of tact, discretion, and professionalism. Verbal and written communication skills will be used daily. Maintains effectiveness under pressure. Use a multiple-line telephone, personal computer, fax machine, photocopier, and other standard office equipment. Flexible to work overtime as needed.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYAt the National Kidney Foundation diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity applies to both our Equal opportunity employer-vets/disabled. NKF is a merit-based emp