Role Description The Director, Accounting will assist the Controller in managing the overall accounting process, financial statement preparation and tax preparation for both the 501(c)(3) Sandy Hook Promise Foundation and the 501(c)(4) Sandy Hook Promise Action Fund. The Director, Accounting will manage and support our revenue processing and accounts payable processing functions to ensure accurate and timely processing of all financial transactions. This position will manage a full team of four and work closely with other members of the organization. This position will report to the Controller. Job Responsibilities - Lead the monthly close process, ensuring the Finance team consistently meets established deadlines. - Maintain appropriate cross-training, backups, and redundancies for all Finance department functions to ensure business continuity. - Identify and implement technology solutions and process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness within the accounting team. - Manage, mentor, and develop a team of four accounting professionals, fostering growth and accountability. - Oversee all revenue and accounts payable activities, ensuring the timely and accurate recording of financial transactions in the general ledger. - Prepare and review monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. - Serve as the primary backup for payroll and payment processing functions. - Support the Controller with the annual audit process and preparation of IRS Form 990 filings for two corporations. - Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of financial policies, internal controls, and procedures, while ensuring organizational compliance. - Demonstrate a commitment to SHP's vision and values. - Perform other duties as required. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business discipline required. - Advanced degree in Accounting or Finance, and/or CPA or CMA certification, preferred. - 6+ years of accounting or finance experience required; experience in non-profit accounting is a plus. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and accounting software systems. Experience with Sage Intacct is preferred. - Proven ability to work effectively under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and consistently meet deadlines. - Strong business acumen with demonstrated problem-solving and analytical capabilities. - Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. - Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. - Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. - Previous experience supervising, mentoring, or developing staff is preferred. Benefits - Unlimited PTO - Flexible schedules - Paid holidays - 10 days sick leave - Paid parental leave - Health, dental, and vision - Employer paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability - 401k match - Professional development stipend - Wellness & mental health support - Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program - Remote office support for all staff, including a laptop, home office reimbursement, monthly Wi-Fi reimbursement up to $40, and monthly cell phone reimbursement up to $50.

• Perform a full cycle accounting close • Produce timely and accurate monthly financial statements • Review the offshore team's work • Lead client calls • Manage client budgets • Reconciliations and accrual journal entries • Update financial models and cash forecasts with actuals • Manage accounting activities • Accounts Receivable (invoicing, collections) • Accounts Payable (processing bills, set up vendors) • Payroll reconciliation • Sales orders • Purchase orders • Inventory (landed costs) • Demonstrate a strong accounting background and knowledge of US GAAP Revenue Recognition (ASC606) • Assist with tax process and maintain compliance with government agencies (working with tax partners)

• Perform a variety of accounting tasks related to the recording of the company’s financial activity and reporting of that activity. • Partner with corporate accounting team to ensure compliance with GAAP and company policy. • Monitor and record transactions in the general ledger in conformity with GAAP and company policy • Maintain subledger and perform annual audit on fixed assets • Review and prepare monthly account reconciliations • Manage the resolution of discrepancies between GL and subsidiary ledgers accounts • Develop and implement accounting processes to improve controls and efficiencies • Assist management with financial analysis • Prepare current period and recast items for financial reporting. Includes all SEC filing documents • Coordinate with external parties regarding external reporting • Perform quarterly impairment analysis, including preparation of supporting models and documentation • Perform contract review for Finance to assess accounting implications and ensure proper treatment • Prepare monthly financial reporting package • Maintain and prepare comparable sales reporting, including ad hoc requests and support for planning activities led by FP&A • Manage lease accounting process including: Review and validation of all retail, storage, and other lease activity • Final review of lease population for completeness and accuracy • Preparation of supporting schedules for lease-related disclosures • Manage monthly bonus accrual process, including calculation support, review of inputs, and coordination with FP&A/Finance during close • Manage stock-based compensation accounting, including: Accounting for equity grants and vesting activity • Review and reconciliation of stock compensation expense • Oversight of grant and vesting data • Oversight contributions • Develop and oversee two individual contributors • Review month end accounting entries • Oversee and review the lease process, including supporting the annual operating lease planning process • Oversee and review the roll-forward of SEC documents

• Coach students and early-career professionals in accounting • Help coachees strengthen their grasp of core accounting principles, auditing, taxation, and financial reporting • Guide them through practical skill-building exercises that mirror real-world work • Support career development by reviewing resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles • Prepare coachees for behavioral and technical interviews • Provide salary negotiation guidance, networking strategy, and promotion strategy