Accountant

Description

Summary:

Supports all aspects of the general ledger and related reporting. Prepares assigned financial reporting and conducts reconciliation.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

N/A

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Work from home eligible: 

Hybrid

Essential Job Responsibilities:

· Perform changes to chart of accounts, analyze account balances and perform internal audit on general ledger, making recommendations for corrections and preparing monthly reconciliation as necessary.

· Prepare and post recurring, standard, and monthly journal entries as needed

· Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations and adjust as needed. Accumulate information for completion of month end closing procedures.

· Assist in the coordination of work papers for auditors in areas of responsibility

· Identify and utilize effective verbal, written and electronic communication skills and vehicles to accomplish tasks and clarify information for all internal and external customers.

· Ensure that all communication takes place in a professional manner, reflecting dignity and respect for persons served.

· Perform assigned functions within established guidelines according to generally accepted accounting principles.

· Ensure adherence to GAAP standards and regulatory requirements for accurate financial reporting and compliance.

· Support audit preparation and ensure organizational readiness for audits throughout the year.

· Maintain all appropriate information in a confidential and professional manner, and in accordance with regulatory guidelines.

· Complete ad hoc reports and projects as requested.

· Recommend policy and operational improvements.

· Utilize appropriate software database to accurately and consistently document information as necessary to meet billing/accounting requirements.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Knowledge of business, accounting, and generally accepted accounting principles.

· Knowledge of accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, audits.

· Ability to learn and effectively utilize identified computer software applications to accomplish tasks.

· Ability to read, comprehend, interpret and apply information from general procedures, instructions, data and reports

· Oral/written communication skills to clearly and effectively express ideas.

· Ability to promote and participate as an effective team member.

· Ability to use strategic thinking to understand and implement changes in anticipation of events and circumstances

· Ability to plan and organize work activities/processes, use discretion and sound judgment, take initiative and demonstrate flexibility to ensure goals are achieved in a timely manner.

· Demonstrate cooperative attitude and tolerance for stress when confronted with critical situations.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity.

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.

· Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in the accounting field, preferably with a nonprofit organization.

· Experience using automated accounting software, preferably NetSuite.

Physical Requirements: 

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

· Be able to lift boxes, etc. not weighing more than 50lbs.