Manager, General Ledger (Remote)

The physical location for the candidate selected must be within the contiguous United States.  

Who we are

Susan G. Komen brings a 100% virtual working environment and you can work anywhere within the U.S. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way by funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S.  Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease.

Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment, and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others!  We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization.  It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!

What You'll Be Doing in the role of Manager, General Ledger:

The Manager, General Ledger will manage the General Ledger operational teams responsible for processing financial transactions and the month end close process for Headquarters. This position serves as an accounting and financial expert providing work direction and technical guidance for Komen Headquarters and approximately 30 Komen markets. This position ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This position ensures compliance with state sales tax requirements, leasehold standards, and maintains investments schedules.

What You Will Bring to the Table:

Guide timely and accurate recording of General Ledger transactions and review team’s work including problem solving of all unusual circumstances across multiple operating units.
Review and approve monthly account reconciliations and journal entries for the staff in the General Ledger Team.
Ensure compliance with financial operations policies and procedures, and ensure adequate controls are in place and operating effectively.
Manage General Ledger teams. Ensure goal setting and performance reviews are conducted in a timely manner, coach staff and demonstrate commitment to growth and development of staff.
Assist in the documentation and completeness of financial operations policies, procedures and internal controls as needed.
Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills for communication with internal staff and external audiences including auditors, bankers, vendors, etc.
Requires previous experience with an ERP system such as PeopleSoft, SAP, or Oracle as well as Microsoft Office Suites. Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Excel is required.
Supervises work of others, including planning, assigning and scheduling work, reviewing work and ensuring quality standards, training staff and overseeing their productivity.
This position supervises Accountant I, General Ledger - Accountant II, General Ledger - Accountant III, General Ledger.
Perform other duties as assigned.

We Already Know You Will Also Have:

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and PeopleSoft.
Minimum of 5 years’ accounting/finance experience with 2 years of management experience required to effectively perform the job’s responsibilities.
Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree, experience may be substituted for some of the education experience.

Preferred experience includes:
Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written; research, develop, present, and promote projects; work independently; prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

So what's in it for you?

Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures.  This is what Komen provides away from the computer: 

Approximate annual salary $74,000 to $100,000, exact compensation ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience and geographic location.

Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match

Generous Paid Time Off Plan

Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment

Bi-weekly work from home stipend

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

A culture of learning and development

And so much more!

Komen provides a remote and/or home based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction.  Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market.  Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department. 

Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all of its employment practices for persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation.  Additionally we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.

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The physical location for the candidate selected must remain within the contiguous United States.  In the event a move is expected to occur by the candidate selected, it must be approved by Komen's HR team prior to the move.