Accounting Specialist

Accounting SpecialistCatawba Lands Conservancy (CLC) and Carolina Thread Trail (CTT) is a nonprofit organization that permanently conserves and manages land and advances trails in the Southern Piedmont of North Carolina. The organization is dedicated to conserving land and connecting lives to nature. CLC protects large parcels of natural land that contribute to clean water, provide habitat for wildlife, support local farms and provide public access to nature, conserving almost 18,000 acres to date. CTT is a growing regional network of trails, greenways, and blueways that connect 2.5 million people in 15 counties across North and South Carolina. CLC and CTT also actively engage the public in their mission through community partnerships, volunteer workdays, outdoor programs and special events. Core ValuesWe embrace and pursue possibility. We are learners and teachers. We respect and value others. We are dedicated to mission. Position SummaryThe Accounting Specialist reports to the Finance Director and manages financial accounting, grants administration, payroll, accounts payable and other accounting functions at the direction of the Finance Director. The Accounting Specialist will be responsible for a variety of tasks aimed at ensuring accurate record keeping, compliance and proper management of accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a background in accounting and operations, and the ability to work collaboratively with all functions and personnel in the organization, as well as external stakeholders and regulatory agencies. ResponsibilitiesPrepare all cash entries necessary to perform the bank and investment reconciliations Reconcile corporate credit card purchases to monthly statements Reconcile and enter credit card donations and electronic payments Prepare monthly donations reconciliation Reconcile grant restricted accounts Assist with the preparation of month-end and year-end financial statements, adhere to deadlines Payables and PayrollManage accounts payable process and vendor relations including negotiating vendor pricing and seek other quotes if necessary for savings and meet the needs of the organization Verify vendor information, request W-9 and Certificates of Insurance prior to payment, and process vendor invoices for electronic or check payment Process vendor and employee expense reports disbursements timely, via check and ACH and post to appropriate accounts, with special attention to restricted and unrestricted funds and programs Process and submit payroll for hourly and salary staff on a bi-weekly basis ReceivablesProcess deposits, post to appropriate accounts, with special attention to restricted and unrestricted funds and programs Record pledge payments in accounts receivable and reconcile report Generate accounts receivable invoices and match to payment when received OtherPrepare materials for and attend Finance Committee meetings Prepare and submit quarterly Census reports Process and submit 1099 forms Assist in the annual budgeting process Assist with annual audit and Form 990 data gathering for external CPA firm Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles Special projects as assigned QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting or 4 years of relevant accounting experience Knowledge of MIP Fund Accounting software preferred Nonprofit experience preferred Excellent organizational and analytical skills Excellent skills with Microsoft Office Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. CompensationThis position is full-time with benefits including medical insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and Simple IRA with matched contribution. Salary is DOE. Flexible schedule and some remote work available. Family leave is available. Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyCatawba Lands Conservancy and Carolina Thread Trail provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.