Company Description

For more than 50 years, Systems Unlimited has been delivering excellence in care for people with disabilities and mental health needs in Eastern Iowa. Our services include supported living, day programs, employment systems, behavioral health solutions, and guidance for families, all aimed at helping people live their best lives. Founded in 1971, our nonprofit organization is dedicated to providing safe, comfortable housing and teaching skills for independent living. Our diverse and caring staff of nearly 1,000 sets the gold standard in personalized and accredited direct care in Eastern Iowa and beyond.

Systems Unlimited, Inc is looking to hire an Accounting Manager to join our Iowa City administrative team.

Qualifications

• A four-year degree in accounting or related field is strongly preferred
• Extensive accounting experience, including identifying issues, solving problems, and implementing solutions is required
• Experience using Microsoft Excel for complex tasks and with a variety of accounting systems
• History of having managed others and having led a high performing team

This is an salaried, in-office position with regular office hours of Monday-Friday, 8AM - 4:30PM. Occasional travel to outlying service areas may be required. 

Position Description

The ideal candidate for the Accounting Manager position is a team player, an active problem-solver, and someone who is open to new ideas. A successful candidate can provide both strategic and operational support to the CFO and work collaboratively with members of the Accounting Department as well as other departments across the agency. 

You will make a genuine difference in the lives of others, particularly those who have physical, intellectual, and behavioral disabilities, by overseeing and participating in the general accounting operations of the organization. 

You will ensure adherence to GAAP and make recommendations for process improvements to ensure the accounting team is operating efficiently and effectively. 

In this role, you will primarily: 

▪ Oversee and manage general accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and the general ledger 

▪ Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in accounting operations

▪ Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations

▪ Coordinate with external auditors and support audit processes with required documentation 

▪ Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance 

▪ Manage and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and performance feedback

You will also assist with: 

▪ Preparing and reviewing financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards 

▪ Budgeting and forecasting

▪ Ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders

▪ Other accounting duties as assigned