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Accounting Manager

New York/New Jersey, Chicago, DC, Maryland, Virginia or Texas or Remote

The Accounting Manager works to advance MCCA’s mission and vision through a variety of financial and accounting responsibilities. This newly created role reports to the Director of Finance the day-to-day accounting and finance functions of the organization, while identifying and implementing efficiencies.

Vice President of External Affairs

Remote with Approximately 30% Travel

The Vice President of External Affairs is a new position at MCCA and will provide strategic leadership and oversight to the External Affairs team to expand MCCA’s success in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in Fortune 1000 legal departments and AmLaw 200 law firms.

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Accounting Manager

PREFERRED LOCATION:

New York/New Jersey, Chicago, DC, Maryland, Virginia or Texas or Remote

SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Accounting Manager works to advance MCCA’s mission and vision through a variety of financial and accounting responsibilities. This newly created role reports to the Director of Finance the day-to-day accounting and finance functions of the organization, while identifying and implementing efficiencies. This role will be responsible for maintaining the general ledger, monthly reconciliations, processing incoming receipts and disbursements, processing bi-monthly payroll, and other financial transactions.

The Accounting Manager is a key member of the Finance team and will contribute to a team culture that is focused on effectively managing and adapting to change and identifying opportunities to find efficiencies, leverage technology, and strengthen the sustainability of MCCA.

Specific Responsibilities:

Accounting:

  • Process complete, accurate and timely entry of financial data into the accounting system (QuickBooks Online), which includes the general ledger, receivables, payables, and payroll.
  • Processes accounts and incoming payments in compliance with policies and procedures which includes cash receipts from the lockbox, mail deliveries, ACH/Wire transfers and making electronic and manual deposits as necessary.
  • Prepares, sends and records invoices for products and services offered by MCCA.
  • Maintain and process accounts payable, credit card accounts, and vendor files.
  • Monitors accounts receivables and completes collection of all outstanding accounts including collaborating with internal points of contact on outreach to members and customers.
  • Assist in the monthly reconciliations of sub-ledger and other business solutions to general ledger (e.g., PayPal, Salesforce).
  • Perform reconciliations of cash receipts and sponsorship payments, membership dues, and prepares adjusting journal entries.
  • Manage accounts receivable/sales transactions, including preparation of deposits, entry of credit card settlement receipts, preparation invoices, and collection of outstanding accounts.
  • Manage and prepare 1099s.
  • Assists the Director of Finance with duties and special projects as needed.

Payroll Processing:

  • Gather and ensure that all information for bi-monthly payroll is entered and evaluated for accuracy, including 1099 and W2 staff.
  • Maintain PTO schedule.
  • Maintain system integrity and payroll accuracy by staying current with state, federal and/or system updates.
  • Manage and process multi state payroll tax and regulatory compliance.
  • Effectively manage MCCA’s staff payroll affiliated inquiries.
  • Give suggestions on process enhancement.
  • Assists on and completes necessary HR projects.

Benefits Administration:

  • In conjunction with the Director of Finance, manage benefit portfolio and vendor relationships. These include Medical, Dental, Life, STD, LTD, FSA and 401K.
  • Support onboarding process.
  • Distribute benefits enrollment materials, collect forms and review for accuracy. Coordinate enrollment with carriers.
  • Coordinate open enrollment process every May.
  • Process and administer all leave-of-absence requests: medical, personal, disability and FMLA
  • Provide reports, as requested.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum of seven years of experience in a nonprofit organization.
  • Full accounting cycle experience, including payroll processing.
  • Experience managing multiple vendors successfully.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience with QuickBooks, ADP, Salesforce, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Association Management Systems and/or event registration platforms.

PERSONAL / PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES:

  • You have a natural collaborative style and understand it takes a team.
  • You can understand and support the goals of an organization while enforcing, explaining, and teaching policies that have a long-term impact on objectives.
  • You are thoughtful in your approach and make it easy for non-financial colleagues to feel at ease.
  • You are self-assured and direct; you tell us what we need to hear, and your style of delivery is sensible, realistic, and matter-of-fact.
  • You instill trust and confidence with internal staff and external entities and have the highest standards of ethics.
  • Your communication skills provide you with the ability to train and mentor others, making information and procedures easy to comprehend.
  • You are tenacious and not easily put off when faced with an uphill task.
  • You are a facilitator and team builder, pitching in whenever needed. Your can-do attitude is exactly what is needed to build this department.

WHAT’S ATTRACTIVE TO THE RIGHT CANDIDATE?

  • You will be supported by an engaged executive leadership team comprised of the CEO, and COO.
  • You will have an active voice and your contributions will be appreciated.
  • Your excellent management of our finances will be an integral part of success.
  • We have a strong staff who are dependable, passionate about our mission, welcoming, and willing to work together. At MCCA, you will have the resources you need to succeed.
  • Our culture encourages a healthy work/life balance. You will be able to leave work at work and will not be required to be “on-call” once you leave the office.
  • We offer a competitive salary and benefits to include medical and dental insurance, transportation allowance, 15 days paid vacation, holidays, short-term and long-term insurance and more.

TO APPLY:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to careers@mcca.com with “MCCA – Accounting Manager” as the subject of the email. No calls please.

MCCA is committed to a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Vice President of External Affairs

LOCATION:

Remote with Approximately 30% Travel

SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Vice President of External Affairs is a new position at MCCA and will provide strategic leadership and oversight to the External Affairs team to expand MCCA’s success in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in Fortune 1000 legal departments and AmLaw 200 law firms.

The Vice President of External Affairs will be responsible for leading, planning, implementing, and monitoring inclusive and innovative external engagement strategies to achieve MCCA’s membership, programmatic, and overall growth goals. External Affairs initiatives include (1) external relations, partnership strategy, and management; (2) professional development programming; and (3) membership and partnership engagement.

The Vice President of External Affairs will be a results-oriented change agent with an inclination toward action and exceptional organizational and motivational skills. This individual will also excel at building strong relationships with senior legal executives at the largest corporations and law firms in the U.S.

This leader will ensure a safe, inclusive, and welcoming atmosphere that promotes a genuine sense of belonging for all.

Key Responsibilities of the Vice President of External Affairs include:

  • External Relations, Partnership Strategy, and Management
    • Develop and lead a robust external relations strategy that deepens MCCA membership engagement through MCCA professional development and programming.
    • Set clear and achievable objectives; collaborate effectively with other functional areas.
    • Establish strong operational systems and processes to effectively manage and track progress and results.
    • Effectively manage, train, and develop direct reports, cultivating a collaborative and inclusive team culture and empowering staff to achieve ambitious goals.
    • Manage external relationships with vendors, consultants, and/or volunteers.
  • Professional Development Programming and Events
    • In collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team, design and execute MCCA’s professional development programming and events strategy to support its $5 MM annual budget.
    • Develop, manage, and execute MCCA hosted and/or sponsored programs, including conferences, MCCA’s annual gala, and professional development certifications.
    • Develop, manage, and execute high-quality communications campaigns that effectively convey the value proposition of MCCA professional development programming and events to stakeholders, including, but not limited to, MCCA members, the Board of Directors, and prospective members.
    • Explore opportunities whenever possible with earned media and media partnerships for MCCA events to ensure that MCCA’s reach and reputation is growing domestically and internationally.
    • Develop and oversee creation of written materials and reports related to programs.
  • Membership and Partnership Engagement
    • With the support of Senior Leadership Team, lead and manage membership meetings to gain understanding of member needs, pain points, and engagement.
    • Develop feedback mechanisms through membership touchpoints – be it during strategic membership meetings or programs – that are then integrated into membership engagement strategy.
    • Deepen MCCA membership engagement by connecting member specific conversations and MCCA member benefits, such as professional development programming and events.
  • Perform other job-related duties as requested.

EXPERIENCE:

The ideal Vice President of External Affairs candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Mission-aligned and deeply passionate about our work with experience in and/or proximity to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Experience building authentic relationships with members, sponsors, influencers, partners, decision-makers, and other key stakeholders, with an ability to engage with a variety of individuals. This person can consistently articulate the organization’s goals and priorities in a clear and compelling manner.
  • Experience creating, leading, and implementing internal and external communication strategies that support professional development, events, and membership engagement opportunities.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and manage high-performing teams and talent with comfort in ambiguity and environments that change rapidly.
  • Exceptional/unparalleled written and verbal skills.

WHAT’S ATTRACTIVE TO THE RIGHT CANDIDATE?

  • The Vice President of External Affairs will have the opportunity to directly impact a small and growing organization focused on improving diversity, equity, and inclusion at some of the largest domestic and international legal organizations.
  • Joining MCCA at a key inflection point in its growth allows this person to be a key contributor to the expansion of MCCA’s current offerings as diversity, equity, and inclusion and ESG (environmental, social, and governance) strategies continue to be center stage at these organizations.
  • The organization operates in a nimble and entrepreneurial fashion similar to the dynamic environment associated with high-growth startup organizations, and we are looking for people excited to be in that environment.
  • This role is yours to build; you will play an active role in examining what is working and how we can improve our capacity and return on investment while expanding the use and enhancement of MCCA’s Salesforce and related applications.
  • This role will broaden your horizons; working at MCCA will give you the opportunity to interact with elite partners of law firms and general counsel of Fortune 1000 companies.
  • In addition to our commitment to equal pay for equal work, MCCA is also committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, age, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic information, parental or pregnancy status, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
  • MCCA offers a competitive salary, hybrid/remote works environment and benefits to include 100% paid medical and dental insurance for the employee, vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, transportation allowance, 15 days paid vacation, 10 paid holidays, short-term and long-term insurance, and more.

APPLY

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Careers@mcca.com with subject line: Interest in Vice President, External Affairs.

No calls please.

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