Accounting Manager

Founded in 1879, AAFMAA is a premier not-for-profit financial services organization that provides life insurance, residential mortgages, financial planning, investment management and trust services, military benefits counseling, and Survivor Assistance Services to the American Armed Forces Community. AAFMAA offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career with an organization passionate about its mission and make a positive impact on the lives of current and veteran military families.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Controller in supervising, supporting, and coaching a team of six (6) with day-to-day and month-end accounting functions, including those related to the general ledger, accounts payable, and financial reporting.   
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and other key management reports, such as budget reports and weekly cash flow schedule
• Perform analytical reviews of the income statement, including variance analysis.
• Review and approve journal entries, bank transactions, and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Research and resolve complex accounting issues related to transactions originating from AAFMAA’s insurance administration system.
• Manage the month-end close process to ensure financial information is recorded accurately and timely.
• Assist in coordinating the annual financial statement audit.
• Support the preparation of IRS Form 1099s and other annual regulatory filings.
• Maintain accounting policies and procedures, monitor internal controls, and advocate for improvements to internal control processes based on accounting best practices.
• Lead and implement cross-functional projects aimed at improving processes and procedures to reduce costs, realize efficiencies, and increase operational effectiveness.

QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION | EXPERIENCE:

• BA/BS degree in Accounting
• CPA (preferred)
• 10 – 15 years of work experience in all aspects of accounting
• Proven supervisory experience with strong leadership skills
• Professional knowledge of full accounting cycle
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication skills and team-oriented
• Exceptional analytical and problem solving abilities
• Broad conceptual judgment, initiative, and ability to deal with complex accounting issues
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, a plus
• Military service and/or insurance industry experience (preferred)