Accounting Manager

Tree of Life is a Health Center and Spa located in Patagonia. It is directed by the internationally acclaimed author and medical doctor, Gabriel Cousens and is a spiritually based, vegan, live food community.

Position Overview:

The Accounting Manager is responsible for all finance and accounting operations. Specific duties include maintenance of the general ledger and all related accounting activities.

The candidate will have a working knowledge of accounting principles, a financial or accounting undergraduate degree and two years accounting work experience.

The Accounts manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective fiscal and business management systems. Duties include fiscal processing; general ledger accounting, financial statement design and preparation; overseeing activities of book-keeper, store and dispensary supervisors.

Responsibilities:

• Accounting System and Records: Establish and maintain a computerized accounting system in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) including a complete general ledger and all appropriate subsidiary ledgers and journals using Navision accounting software.
• Financial Reporting: Develop and prepare monthly internal financial statements which meet the needs of the proprietor and board. Assist with preparation of annual tax forms.
• Fiscal Processing: Oversee processing of all receipts and disbursements, journal entries and other fiscal records. Reconciliation of bank statements and balance sheet accounts. Sales tax reporting. Manage cash flow.
• Payroll: Supervise all payroll functions to assure compliance with regulatory and deposit requirements, accuracy, timelines and confidentiality.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks, obtain insurance coverage quotes.Skill RequirementsExperience/skills

Qualifications:

• BA/BS in accounting with 3 years progressive work experience including supervisory skills IN A retail accounts environment (significant work experience may substitute for an accounting degree)
• Ability to use initiative and identify opportunities to improve systems and processes
• Self-starter able to work as part of a team or independently as required
• Exposure to analytical projects and traditional accounting activities such as financial reporting and auditing
• Strong computer skills, including accounting software, Excel and Word
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to collaborate with others and communicate effectively
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times, work gracefully under pressure and maintain a strong work ethic.

To Apply:

Please apply on our website.