Description: The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center has an immediate opening for a full-time, exempt Accounting Manager. Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Manager plays a key leadership role in supporting the integrity, accuracy, and efficiency of the Center’s financial operations. This position is responsible for managing the month-end close process, maintaining the general ledger, overseeing daily accounting activities, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and GAAP standards. This role also provides supervising and developing accounting staff and contributes to audit readiness and financial reporting in support of the Center’s mission. This hybrid position requires on-site presence at least three days per week.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the full month-end closing process
• Create, review, and approve journal entries
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and chart of accounts
• Review and approve account reconciliations and supporting analyses
• Oversee daily accounting functions to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting policies
• Assist with internal control audits, financial statement audits, and Single Audit processes, including preparation of multiple schedules
• Support continuous improvement of accounting procedures and documentation
• Assist in preparing financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Complete endowment analysis, gift annuity reporting, and pledge reporting
• Coordinate internal cost allocations and external billings
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, including the Staff Accountant and Accounting Assistant
• Provide guidance on workload prioritization, technical accounting matters, and professional development
• Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment
• Other duties as assigned

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