Overview
The Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce is the lead economic development organization for the tri-state
region. We are a high-impact, inclusive and forward-thinking organization focused on building a thriving
Chattanooga region. We are looking for a passionate, results-driven accounting professional with a go-getter
mentality to help propel our mission forward by supporting the efforts of a multitude of programs and initiatives of the Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce and Chattanooga Chamber Foundation. We offer competitive compensation, robust employee benefits, and flexible work arrangements.
Job Description
The Accounting Manager will assist the VP of Finance & Operations with accounts receivable, accounts payable,
employee benefits and compensation, and financial reporting for both companies, as well as a range of general
operational duties that keep our two companies running smoothly. The successful candidate must be a critical
thinker, have excellent attention to detail, be highly organized and disciplined in managing their time, and the
ability to work independently on a regular basis, as well as proficiency in accounting software, customer
relationship management (CRM) software, and possess intermediate MS Excel skills.
Essential Functions:
- Perform general accounting and payroll functions, maintain accurate and complete accounting records
- and other related duties in the daily administration of the finance department in accordance with
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Oversee the posting and maintenance of general ledger accounts, payroll transactions, accounts payable, and general ledger adjustments.
- Perform month-end close procedures and prepare monthly financial statements including balance sheet,
income statement, and actual to budget variance analysis. - Perform accounts payable duties such as verifying invoices for payment, ensuring that disbursements are made accurately and timely.
- Perform accounts receivable duties such as preparation of monthly statements, monthly invoicing,
receivables aging, monitoring delinquent accounts and allocating revenue. - Maintain investor database and correspondence necessary to maintain investor relations.
- Prepare and process employee payroll and withholding.
- Ensure accurate recordkeeping of employee benefits and remittance to appropriate agencies.
- Maintain human resource records in compliance with federal and state mandated standards.
- Assist external auditors with research, analysis, and preparation of supporting schedules for annual audit.
- Provide support such as schedules, data, information, etc. for the annual budget process and produce
final combined budget documents. - Provide necessary information to departmental directors to facilitate the performance appraisal process.
- Provide research, analysis, and problem-solving assistance to employees regarding questions relating to
payroll, financial reports, and database issues. - Other duties as assigned by the CEO or VP, Finance & Operations.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; Master’s degree a plus
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in nonprofit or corporate accounting or an equivalent
combination of education and experience - Highly proficient in Excel and Sage Intacct accounting software or similar
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to manage a team and meet deadlines
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of GAAP
To apply for this position, submit a persuasive cover letter and resume, combined into one .PDF file to:
Attn: Christina Henderson, Director of Talent Development
