Accountant I
Accountant I
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Job Title: Accountant I
Job Status: Fulltime
Job Summary: Under direct supervision the Accountant I applies principles of accounting to maintain accurate accounting records. Responsible for handling the account reconciliations bank reconciliations and assisting Fiscal staff on various projects. Using basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices the employee assists in preparing financial reports.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist in the preparation of standardized financial reports based on set procedures and schedules
Responsible for collecting bids either him/herself or ensuring that staff complete and submit to the fiscal office
Complete analysis of all procurements to submit for approval to appropriate individuals
Prepare and input general ledger entries by utilizing set procedures and various accounting systems
Retrieve data from various source systems to perform reconciliation processes
Review and update department procedures and documentation
Perform spreadsheet work to help analyze and distribute requested financial data to internal customers in a clear and concise format
Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements for multiple entities which include performing bank reconciliations preparing and posting required journal entries reviewing and reconciling all balance sheet accounts and preparing summaries of significant events and budget variance
Prepare expenditure reports and monitor grant funding
Prepare all required reports for assigned functional units and other entities
Maintain records of all financial documents with appropriate supporting material; update records as necessary
Provide support such as schedules data information etc. for the annual budget process
Handle agency yearend asset depreciation
Maintain currency in accounting principles and procedures
Operate standard office equipment and use required software applications
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Finance fund accounting budgeting and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Financial and accounting software applications
Federal and state financial regulations
Microsoft Navision Accounting Software a plus
Dynamics 365 Software a must
Skill in:
Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications including Microsoft Office
Ability to:
Analyze financial data and prepare financial reports statements and projections
Meet deadlines including financial reports to funders on a monthly quarterly and annual basis as well as government reports
Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives
Interpret and apply policies and identify and recommend changes as appropriate
Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
Handle stressful situations and provide a high level of customer service in a calm and professional manner
Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization
Educational/Previous Experience Requirements:
Minimum Degree Required:
o Bachelors Degree
Required Disciplines:
o Accounting Finance or related field
or
A minimum of three years of experience working in accounting (preferable in a nonprofit setting) or any equivalent combination of experience education and/or training approved by Human Resources
Licenses/Certifications:
Licenses/Certifications Required at Date of Hire:
o None
Working Conditions:
Hours: Normal business hours some additional hours may be required
Travel Required: None generally required
Working Environment: Climate controlled office
Employment Type
Full Time
