New York Genome Center

Reporting to the Senior Director, Finance, the Senior Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the New York Genome Center accounting team. This is a supervisory position, with 2-3 direct reports. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Directly manage the daily and monthly accounting activities including,:
• Ensure the monthly close is completed in a timely fashion;
• Review and approve all revenue journals, paying particular attention to new accounting guidance for contributions and exchange transactions;
• Review all journal entries to ensure proper accounting treatment and proper support;
• Review/prepare all aspects of inventory process (goods received, usage, replacements, WIP, COS, inventory counts, etc);
• Coordinate monthly meetings with the lab to review revenue projects and margins, as well as WIP projects - prepare or review necessary reports, record resulting entries, complete revenue and cost of sales analysis;
• Supervise the timely completion of other monthly close processes including revenue reconciliation, customer deposits, unbilled AR, fixed asset additions and depreciation, prepaid amortization, interest expense accruals, new pledges, bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and capital leases; and
• Review any new/one-off items or accruals of any other significant items.
• Manage the weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting process including, but not limited to, review or prepare the following reports:
• Weekly accounts receivable reports;
• Monthly budget to actual report;
• Quarterly financial reporting to third parties; and,
• Quarterly debt covenant calculation and reporting.
• Monitor cash balances and prepare cash reports for CFO’s review;
• Lead significant phases of the annual financial statement audit (examples include preparation of year-end financial statements and footnotes, sample testing of transactions and controls);
• Supervise 2-3 accountants;
• Lead projects/initiatives including replacing the current accounting system;
• Banking upgrades and
• Implementation of SAP B1 additional features.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and general ledger accounts in SAP and Sage Intacct;
• Resource for all not-for-profit accounting including, but not limited to, contributions, net assets, functional expenses, financial reporting specific items, and federal and state grants;
• Provide support and assistance with the 990 and 990-T annual filings, including the review of schedules;
• Mentor and develop staff and interns (develop check lists, account reconciliation templates, training videos);
• Manage requests and responses from/to senior leadership team and assists with variance analysis and special requests;
• Maintain strong internal controls in each of our business processes and ensures compliance with policy and procedures (expense reimbursements, vendor payments, accounting regulations); and,
• Stay abreast of new accounting pronouncements, tax rate changes and other industry developments.

Job Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in accounting required;
• Graduate degree or CPA preferred;
• 12 or more years of accounting experience required;
• Big 4 experience, including experience in multiple clients across different industries, required;
• Not-for-profit experience, including 990, financial statement and A-133 audit experience, highly preferred;
• Strong technical accounting experience including financial statement preparation and internal controls;
• Effective communication skills and the presence to engage others; and,
• A hands-on attitude with the willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and do the work that is required.

Competencies

• Technical and Professional Skills: Consistently demonstrates skills and knowledge relevant for current role; strives to expand the depth and breadth of technical and professional skills; works with a high level of integrity; exhibits focus and discipline; appropriately prioritizes, manages expectations and delivers on commitments.
• Collaborative & Communicative: Models collaboration and teamwork; brings out the best in others; effectively works with all levels, internally and externally; respects and embraces diversity of perspective; communicates clearly and listens carefully; uses good judgment as to what to communicate and when to do so.
• Adaptable & Innovative: Adaptable and embraces change; develops new insights and pursues improvements and efficiency; fosters exchange of new ideas and willing to challenge the status quo; takes initiative and is solution-oriented; engages in work with passion and curiosity.
• Leader and Manager: Attracts, develops and retains diverse talent to achieve outstanding results; encourages professional development, coaches and regularly communicates expectations and feedback; aligns and inspires efforts toward our mission; translates organizational vision into action; responsibly utilizes NYGC’s human and financial resources to ensure organizational and financial health; uses good judgment when making decisions; pushes boundaries and generates new ideas.

Work Flexibility

NYGC has established a flexible work policy to give employees and other staff more ability to balance their work, personal commitments, and commuting challenges. The incumbent in this position is eligible for a flexible work schedule or hybrid remote work arrangement with supervisory approval.

About the New York Genome Center

The New York Genome Center (NYGC) is an independent, nonprofit, academic research organization dedicated to advancing genomic research. NYGC scientists and staff are furthering new approaches to diagnosing and treating neurological diseases and cancer through their unique capabilities in whole genome sequencing, RNA sequencing, state-of-the art analytics, and the development of genomic tools. NYGC concentrates specifically on disease-based research in the following areas: neuropsychiatric disease (autism, schizophrenia, bipolar); neurodegenerative disease (ALS, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s), and cancer.

Located in Lower Manhattan, the New York Genome Center was founded by and remains closely affiliated with the leading academic medical centers and research universities in the New York region, engaging in research projects with and for these institutions. Essential to our collaborative work is an outstanding faculty, whose members typically hold a joint appointment at NYGC and a partner university. They support our scientific mission by conducting independent research in areas of mutual interest to us and the wider scientific community.

Please note: We care greatly about our employees’ wellbeing, so NYGC has moved to a fully COVID-19 vaccinated work environment. You must be vaccinated against COVID-19 to work at NYGC, even if you are working partially remotely. If you are selected to interview for this role, we will explain our vaccination policy (including medical and religious exemptions) and ensure you are comfortable moving forward with further interviews.

Equal Opportunity

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to NYGC’s core mission. We strive to create a workplace environment that is welcoming and fair to all regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical ability, or religion. We believe that when people of various backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives work together in an inclusive and equitable environment we gain new and valuable perspectives that otherwise would have been missed. Valuing and supporting all NYGC employees as individuals while helping them realize their full potential is critical to promoting greater collaboration, innovation, and discovery – fostering a sense of belonging for our greatest strength, our people. We recognize that there is still work to be done that will require sustained commitment from the entire organization.

The New York Genome Center is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, protected veteran or military status, domestic violence victim status, partnership status, caregiver status, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. NYGC takes affirmative action in support of its policy to hire and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

FLSA Status – This is a full-time, exempt position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.