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The American Heart Association has an opportunity for a Sr. Manager, Corporate Accounting. This role is hybrid with 2 - 3 days in our National Center office in Dallas, TX. 

The Sr. Manager, Corporate Accounting, oversees accounting activities to ensure accounting records are complete, accurate, and compliant with accepted accounting policies and principles. May assist with general accounting activities, including the preparation, maintenance, and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements such as balance sheets, profit-and-loss statements, and capital expenditure schedules. Manages professional employees and sets day-to-day operational priorities for the team.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.

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• Leads month-end closing process for the Company, including preparation, review and/or posting of journal entries, as well as eliminations and consolidations. Oversees the preparation of income and balance sheet statements, consolidated statements, and various other accounting statements and reports.
• Reconciles corporate general ledger accounts, assists with variance analysis and ensures timely resolution of reconciling items
• Prepares and performs analytical review of accounting schedules, financial statements, as well as PBCs.
• Assists with a variety of processes supporting financial reporting.
• Maintains general ledger system, including creating queries, reviewing data and calculations, generating reports, performing uploads to the system, and troubleshooting problems with colleagues and vendors.
• Ensures all activities are in compliance with internal controls requirements of Section 44 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Provides support to external auditors, responding to all data requests in a timely manner.
• Implements process improvements. Ensures that transaction entry verification procedures are followed as well as desktop procedures are developed and updated
• Owns and manages Capital and Fixed Assets, Leases in accordance with ASC-842, Payroll and related journal entries, and other aspects of the general ledger.
• Manage Cash Management activities, ensuring proper accounting, reconciliation, and reporting of related transactions.
• Works on team development and coaches the team for skill development/career growth.
• Works closely with internal business partners in Finance and across the company.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• 3 years minimum of relevant experience
• Experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes with a strong ability to maintain accuracy and timeliness.
• Proficient in General Ledger management, account reconciliation, and financial record keeping in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experienced in preparing and analyzing financial statements and reports, ensuring integrity, compliance, and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Skilled in financial accounting, financial analysis, and financial reporting, with a proven ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Proficient in using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to streamline accounting operations and improve reporting efficiency.
• Exhibits strong analytical thinking and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of financial documentation and reporting.
• Demonstrates effective problem-solving and judgment skills in evaluating financial issues and implementing sound solutions.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality, honesty, and integrity when handling sensitive financial information.
• Recognized for effective communication skills and the ability to convey financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Experienced in coaching, mentoring, and developing team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrates excellent team management and team building capabilities, creating a positive and productive work environment.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
• Adept at financial decision-making and supporting leadership through accurate forecasting and data-driven recommendations.
• Committed to maintaining compliance with internal controls, audit standards, and best accounting practices.

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package.  Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

• Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary.  That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
  
  
• Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs;  eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position.  
  
  
• Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution.  As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
  
  
• Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program.  HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
  
  
• Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees.  The number of days will increase based on seniority level.  You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
  
  
• Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees.  This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.

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