Accounting Specialist (Full Time)

Job Summary:

The Accounting Specialist reports to the Chief Finance Officer and will assist with the daily fiscal operations of the agency.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Create, file, and retrieve all accounting records as needed, and ensure appropriate documentation of payments is on file for audit and reviews.
• Assist with month end close and reporting
• Creates and shares external accounting reports with financial institutes, insurance companies, or government agencies. Prepares periodic financial statements and reports for internal use.
• Update and maintain accounting journals, ledgers and other records detailing financial business transactions. Enter data into computer system using defined computer programs, i.e., Quick Books
• Perform the accounts payable functions of invoicing, GL coding, and purchase order matching.
• Perform the accounts receivable functions of invoicing, collections, and aging.
• Perform account reconciliation, intercompany reconciliations, balance sheet entries, and journal entries.
• Assist with reconciling bank statements
• Audit, process, and record expense reports.
• Compile data and prepare a variety of reports.
• Support the year-end audit.
• Maintain financial databases and records via business system data entry/recording, making copies, and filing documents.
• Investigate questionable data and recommends actions to resolve discrepancies.
• Assists with bi-weekly Payroll entries and processing
• Required Skills/Abilities:

· Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and procedures.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

· Knowledge of office practices and clerical/accounting procedures.

· Proficient in Google Office Suite or similar software.

· Intermediate experience with Microsoft Excel and Word

· Knowledge of Quick Books accounting software.

Education and Experience:

· Associates Degree preferred in Accounting, Finance, or Business

· Two to three years of related experience required.

· Equivalent combinations of education and experience acceptable

· Experience preferably in non-profit accounting

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Candidates please apply with cover letter and resume

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person