JDRF is the leading global organization focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. JDRF’s goal is to progressively remove the impact of T1D from people’s lives until we achieve a world without T1D. JDRF collaborates with a wide spectrum of partners and is the only organization with the scientific resources, policy influence and a working plan to bring life-changing therapies from the lab to the community. As the largest charitable supporter of T1D research, JDRF has invested nearly $2B in research over the past 45 years and is sponsoring scientific research in 17 countries worldwide. For more information, please visit http://www.jdrf.org.

As a JDRF team member, you can look forward to interesting and challenging work, building strong relationships with fellow staff and our network of volunteers, and having a meaningful impact on the lives of everyone affected by this devastating disease.

The position is responsible in providing expertise and leadership on formulation of internal controls, support most aspect of accounting management to ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and assist in the preparation of financial statements with official guidelines and requirements.  Manage all reporting responsibilities associated with preparation of tax filings for federal, state, and local agencies.  Ensure the organization’s compliance with Not-For-Profit tax law. 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare monthly and year-end reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts 
• Review and post all journal entries in MSD
• Prepare year-end audit schedules requested by auditor on Cash and Cash Equivalents, Investments, Pledges Receivable, Split Interest Agreements, Prepaid, Accrued Income Fixed Assets, Deferred Revenues, AP Accruals, Grants Payable and Net Assets
• Facilitate and work closely with the broker in processing stock donations and provide notification and stock information to respective chapter receiving credit/attribution of the donated stock
• Prepare the National & Group 990’s and 990T’s, as well as the New York CT13 form by collecting, analyzing, and formatting financial information.  Provide any additional information needed for Workplace Giving Campaign.
• Responsible for all state filings regarding solicitation permits and Chapter registrations.  Organize and update all state sales tax exemption certificates.
• Work in conjunction with the Planned Giving Program on Gift Annuity applications and annual filings.
• Perform all other responsibilities and projects as assigned by his/her immediate supervisor and senior management
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Support and maintain the vision, mission, priorities, and guiding principles of JDRF.  Understand the strategic direction and purpose of the department and conform to stated strategies and business needs.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Proven experience as accounting manager or other similar position
• Solid knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and regulations
• Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting etc.)
• Understanding of data analysis and forecasting
• Proficient in MS Office (Advanced Excel) and accounting software (e.g. MSD365, Oracle)
• Well-organized with ability to prioritize
• Very good communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree required.  Further education preferred.

JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our strength lies in our exclusive focus and singular influence on the worldwide effort to end T1D.  We have a diverse portfolio of digital products that connect and support the T1D community, empower family and friends to fundraise, and amplify our campaigns.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and infrequently up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.