Accountant – Imagine Housing – Kirkland, WA

Imagine Housing seeks an organized, motivated and reliable individual to join the Finance Team of Imagine Housing and its affiliate, Red Vines 1. The Accountant provides general accounting and reporting for the organization. Imagine Housing offers an outstanding opportunity for an individual who wants to grow professionally and effect positive and lasting change in the community. This position reports to the Director of Finance.

Imagine Housing is the primary developer of permanent affordable rental housing in East King County, Washington. We are a leader in providing person-centered, strengths-based supportive services ranging from early childhood and after-school programs to case management and community building events at our properties. Our organization is sensitive to the needs of diverse communities and is committed to cross-cultural competence. Imagine Housing empowers individuals and families, supports diversity and strengthens communities. We make it possible for veterans, seniors, survivors of domestic violence, young adults aging out of foster care and low-income working families to live and thrive on the Eastside.

MAJOR DUTIES
General Accounting

Prepare bank deposits and record cash receipts in the accounting system.
Pay organizational bills in a timely manner.
Create invoices and process payments related to service funding for multiple properties.

Complete bank reconciliations for 30+ accounts for the organization and the properties and update reserve spreadsheets for the properties.
Manage and maintain records for capital campaign pledges and cash receipts.
Maintain schedules of uses of capital campaign funds in accordance with designated categories.
Maintain debt schedules and prepare annual debt confirmation letters as required for the audit.
Perform quarter and year end reconciliations.
Prepare materials needed for annual audits conducted by outside auditor.
Assist Director of Finance in preparing annual budgets.
Import budget information for the organization and all properties into the financial accounting system.
Perform other accounting and financial duties as assigned.
Maintain and update the internal monitoring schedule of compliance requirements.
Provide reports and support to other departments of the organization as required.
Process accounts payables related to housing development projects.
Reconcile construction cash accounts for new development projects.

Maintain petty cash accounts.
Prepare cash available analysis and projections on a weekly basis.

Import monthly property financial information into the accounting system.
Serve as liaison with property management company regarding financial matters for multiple properties.
Maintain fixed asset records, including calculation of depreciation.

Compliance/Reporting

Prepare financial reports and other filings required by funding agencies and federal, state and local authorities (including compliance reports, Form 1099 and Combined Funders Table 4s).
Submit quarterly invoices to Department of Commerce O&M for funding for services at multiple properties.
Calculate state and local B&O tax liabilities and submit monthly/annual returns.
Assist Director of Finance in the preparation of quarterly variance reports presented to the Board of Directors.

Payroll

Calculate and input onto the payroll company website semi-monthly payroll information for hourly and salaried employees.
Maintain employee payroll records.
Manage employee benefit offerings, including flexible spending.
Allocate salaries, taxes, and benefit plan premiums to departments.
Submit quarterly L&I tax returns.
Review quarterly and annual tax forms prepared by the payroll company for accuracy.

Housing Development Accounting

Reconcile construction and pre-development data for housing development projects (using detailed cost data spreadsheets to track budgets and expenditures) between Finance and Housing Development departments on an ongoing basis.
Record housing development transactions, such as property acquisition, funding drawdowns, etc. in the accounting software.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 2 years of related accounting experience required; non-profit experience preferred.
Working knowledge of current GAAP.
Advanced computer skills, especially in Excel and other MS Office applications.
Experience working with accounting software. Familiarity with Financial Edge a plus.
Strong analytical thinking and problem solving abilities.
Ability to communicate clearly and diplomatically, both verbally and in writing, and to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Attention to detail.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Ability to balance multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and work independently to deliver timely and accurate results.
Integrity and strong work ethic.
Proactive and resourceful – able to act in anticipation of future problems/needs and to promptly and skillfully deal with new situations and difficulties.

WORK SCHEDULE

This is a full time (40 hours per week), hourly, non-exempt position. Hours worked will be weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., or at a mutually agreed-upon schedule. Overtime, evening and/or weekend work may also be required.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Hourly range is from $20 – $23/hour, with actual hourly rate determined based on experience. Benefits include paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, company-paid medical, dental and life insurance and 401(k) matching contribution.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Imagine Housing is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, the presence of a disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our equal opportunity policy applies to all phases of employment, including recruiting, hiring, job assignment, supervision, training, upgrading, transfer, compensation, benefits, promotion, education and recreation, layoff and termination.

TO APPLY

Please email a resume and cover letter to info@imaginehousing.org. Include in your cover letter how you learned of this position, a description of specifically why you are an ideal candidate, your salary history and salary expectations. Position is open until filled.

For more information on Imagine Housing, go to www.imaginehousing.org.

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