STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Description:

Staff Accountant

Salary 55,000-58,000 annually

Perform accounting, clerical and analytical tasks related to the efficient bookkeeping maintenance and processing of accounts payable / account receivable transactions—process Payroll Bi-Weekly.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Performs accounts payable functions, maintaining AP and Cash Disbursement journal
• Process Payroll Bi-Weekly
• Apply accounting principles, theories and practices to a wide variety of tasks
• Dispense petty cash and Client Assistance fund/Gift after ensuring proper documentation is provided by staff
• Interact with banks through online interfaces and make bank deposits
• Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
• Prepares and submits all Cost reports and Reimbursement vouchers based on the funder required frequency.
• Maintain accounting files in an organized manner
• Assures all expenditures are captured, reported, and requested for reimbursement for all reimbursable grants and contracts.
• Collects, compiles, and prepares backups for grant vouchering.
• Assist in completing the financial statements and supporting analysis when needed
• Assist in developing and maintaining policies and procedures for accounting activities as needed and adhere to policies and procedures for all activities

Requirements:

Education and Experience

• • Associate’s degree in accounting, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience.

• Knowledge of dynamic Great Plain Accounting system preferred
• Proficient in Excel and Word, 10-key by touch
• Experience of working for not-for-profit agency is preferred

Key Competencies

• Must have strong work ethics
• Must be well organized and a self-starter
• Detail-oriented, professional attitude, reliable
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills
• Good problem-solving skills, solid accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with employees and vendor
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness

Full -Time Employee Benefits Package:

• Health Insurance (HMO and PPO options)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Life Insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan
• RTA Commuter Benefit

Time Off Eligible after 90 days

• 10 days accrued vacation
• 10 days accrued sick
• 2 Personal days