Kinnect Ohio has retained Nonprofit HR to conduct the search for their Accountant. Visit Kinnect online to learn more about the organization.

Organization

Kinnect is a private non-profit that was founded in 2005. Kinnect believes that childhood is a fundamental right, and that every day in foster care is a day in crisis. We envision a world where families, agencies, resources work together to ensure children are loved and nurtured in a permanent chosen family. Kinnect’s mission to achieve this is to develop partnerships that transform beliefs, values, and actions to achieve permanency for all children in the shortest time possible.

In 2020, Kinnect’s operating budget will be approximately $14 million and will employ approximately 40 team members.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Accountant will be responsible for the financial management for Kinnect and will work with the leadership team and program directors to assist with fund management. The accountant will be responsible for maintaining financial records, monthly billing, bookkeeping, preparing financial statements, assisting with preparation of the cash flow, payroll taxes, end of month reconciliation and preparing weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end reports.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree required with concentration in finance or a related field.

Essential Functions:

• Examine accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness and conformance to standards defined within the organization
• Oversee bookkeeping process across entire organization
• Review records of accounts and input entries into proper accounts
• Assist with budgeting process
• Develop and implement proper record keeping practices and policies
• Review and maintain internal control policies
• Work with payroll vendor to ensure accurate funds transfer and payroll tax calculations
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions
• Work collaboratively with the Executive Director, Associate Director and Board of Directors Finance Committee in preparation of all financial reports and financial summaries
• Assist with preparations for the annual audit and Form 990 tax filing

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• At least three years’ experience and knowledge in bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Advanced working knowledge and experience in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and Google documents
• Ability to work with numbers and understand a broad range of common financial matters
• In depth knowledge of diverse business functions and principles (e.g. supply chain, finance, customer service etc.)
• Willingness to work in a diverse, small office, small team environment
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Understanding of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of technology and the ability to leverage it to improve operations and communication
• Be self-directed and self-motivated

Additional skills/competencies necessary: 

• Teaming:Ability to motivate and inspire a team. Must show a commitment to establishing and maintaining vision in a fast-paced fluid environment and to help team members to understand their role in helping to accomplish the vision.
• Initiative:Measure self against a standard of excellence. Undertake self-development activities and learn new skills, seek increased responsibilities and ask for and offer help when needed.  Demonstrate the ability to work independently and harmoniously with a variety of personalities and leadership styles.
• Communication Skills:Clearly and persuasively communicate, including public speaking; listen and seek clarifications; participate in meetings; write clearly and informatively.
• Integrity:Work well in a rapidly changing environment; treat others with respect and consideration; accept responsibility for own actions. Understand business implications of decisions, align work with strategic goals, complete administrative tasks and develop strategies to achieve organizational goals.
• Flexibility:Able to multitask in a changing work environment. Handle competing demands and unexpected events. Willingness to change approach to best fit the situation.
• Dependability:Follows instructions, takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments.

How to Apply: Please send resume and cover letter with the position title in the subject line to: 

Nonprofit HR, Attn: Sophia LaFontant, Recruitment Business Partner, slafontant@nonprofithr.com. No telephone calls please.

 Minority and LGBTQ candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

All employment decisions at Kinnect are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, size, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.