Manager, Accounting & Operations Laureus USA
New York City, NY - USA
Job Summary
Richemont one of the world leaders in the luxury sector has various Houses specializing in jewelry watches and high-end accessories.Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them.At the same time we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values of our Houses through a process of permanent creativity.
About Laureus Sports for Good Foundation USA
Laureus Sport for Good USA is a national nonprofit organization that uses the power of sport to improve the lives of youth and unite communities. Since 2012 weve invested over $30 million into community-based organizations impacting more than one million young people. We support youth-serving sport programs through grants and capacity building empower local leaders to drive social change and organize the youth sport sector through convenings research and strategic advisement.
Laureus USA is part of the global Laureus network which includes National Foundations across the world a Global Foundation the Laureus World Sports Academy and the annual Laureus World Sports Awards.
Position Summary
Laureus Sport for Good Foundation USA (Laureus USA) seeks a highly motivated analytical and collaborative Finance Manger to oversee day-to-day financial obligations and support and organizational effectiveness across finance compliance governance and operational initiatives.
Reporting to the Director of Finance the Accounting & Operations Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of Laureus USA financial operations while strengthening internal controls supporting complication and improving operational efficiency. Working in close partnership with the Director of Finance and collaborating with the Director of Operations this position helps ensure Laureus USA maintains sound financial practices effective governance and operational systems that support the mission.
Approximately 80% of this role focuses on financial management accounting budgeting financial reporting grant compliance audit coordination and internal controls. The remaining 20% supports organizational operations governance compliance vendor management and cross-functional initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness.
The successful candidate will be a proactive solutions-oriented professional who demonstrates sound financial judgement exceptional attention to detail strong organization skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative nonprofit environment. This individual will serve as a trusted partner to leadership by providing accurate financial information supporting board and committee activities and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.
Key Responsibilities & Areas of Accountability
Financial Management & Accounting (80%)
Accounting Operations
- Process accounts payable transactions through and other financial systems.
- Review invoices and supporting documentation for completeness and compliance with organizational policies.
- Maintain vendor records W-9s and supporting documentation.
- Manage cash receipts processing and revenue recording
- Assist with cash receipts processing and revenue tracking.
- Assist with expense allocations and coding.
- Support monthly credit card reconciliations.
- Prepare journal entries as assigned.
- Maintain electronic financial files and supporting documentation.
- Reconciliations & Month-End Close
Month-End Close & General Ledger
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
- Prepare and reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts including prepaid expenses accrued liabilities deferred revenues and other general ledger accounts. Support monthly and year-end close activities.
- Maintain financial dashboards and management reporting tools.
- Support annual budget development and forecasting processes.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Support in preparing monthly departmental financial reports.
- Support in preparing quarterly financial reports for management committees and the Board of Directors.
- Maintain financial dashboards and management reporting tools.
- Support annual budget development and forecasting processes.
Grant Financial Management Compliance & Audit
- Maintain grant files and supporting documentation.
- Assist with grant financial reporting and reimbursement requests.
- Support government grant compliance activities.
- Monitor grant reporting deadlines and compliance requirements
- Maintain financial compliance calendars. Assist with maintenance of compliance calendars.
- Coordinate collection of audit documentation and schedules.
- Support annual audit preparation and external auditor requests.
- Support state registration and regulatory filing processes.
- Maintain organizational compliance documentation and records.
Operations & Organizational Effectiveness (15%)
- Maintain organizational contract management system and monitor key contract deadlines schedules/.
- Maintain vendor files and insurance certificated and procurement documentation
- Coordinate organizational document management systems and records retention practices.
- Support procurement and purchasing processes.
- Coordinate operational onboarding and offboarding activities with organizational leadership
- Assist with maintaining organizational operating procedures and workflow documentation.
- Identify and recommend process improvement that strengthen operational efficiency and streamline processes.
Governance & Board Support (5%)
- Coordinate scheduling for Finance Committee Audit Committee Governance Committee and other assigned meetings.
- Prepare meeting logistics and materials.
- Assist in preparing committee and board packets.
- Attend committee meetings as assigned and record meeting minutes.
- Maintain governance files and official records.
- Support implementation and monitoring of board-approved policies.
- Assist with maintaining policy review calendars.
This position will provide significant exposure to nonprofit governance and board operations. The successful candidate will gain direct experience supporting executive leadership board committees and organizational decision-making processes.
Candidate Attributes
Required
- Bachelors degree in accounting or Finance or related field.
- Minimum three years of relevant nonprofit finance accounting operations or administrative experience.
- Experience supporting multiple departments or program teams while managing competing priorities and deadlines.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel.
Preferred
- Five or more years of nonprofit finance and operations experience.
- Experience supporting organizations with annual budgets exceeding $3 million.
- Experience managing government grants restricted funding reimbursement-based contracts and grant compliance.
- Experience supporting audits.
- Experience working with boards or committees.
- Experience developing or improving financial workflows operational processes dashboards or reporting tools.
- Experience using Sage Intacct or similar financial systems.
- Experience supporting remote organizations.
What You Can Expect
Laureus USA is a high-performing team with a strong track record of impact national partnerships and engagement from some of the worlds most recognized athletes. As part of this team you can expect a collaborative environment where individuals take ownership of their work while also stepping in to support broader organizational priorities as needed. This role offers the opportunity to play a central part in strengthening Laureus finance and operations processes and workflows. You will work closely with the Director of Finance and Director of Operations as well as across all Laureus USA budget holders.
On occasion this role will also include participation in events including some evenings and weekends.
Compensation
The expected salary range for this role is $70000 to $80000 with eligibility for performance-based bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be determined based on experience skills and alignment with the qualifications and attributes of the role.
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About Company
Richemont owns several of the world's leading companies in the field of luxury goods, with particular strengths in jewellery, luxury watches and writing instruments. The Group's luxury interests encompass several of the most prestigious names in the luxury industry including Cartier, ... View more