Accounting Assistant
Accounting Assistant
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$ 50000 - 60000
1 Vacancy
Job Description
About us:
At KNKX we work hard to create a culture where employees feel valued and respected. Employees are trusted and encouraged to be a part of process improvements that impact their work create value for our customers and help build trust in public media. KNKXs vision is to grow our audience and become a more inclusive organization that brings joy meaning and understanding into peoples lives. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences.
KNKX is a Western Washington public media company dedicated to bringing jazz blues regional news and NPR programs to the Northwest and beyond. As an independent dual-format station KNKX employees are energized in their mission to provide the very best music and news content to an audience of nearly a million on-air and online.
KNKX engages with community members and the public media industry to constantly improve and innovate in order tooffer great music and meaningful stories that educate inspire and expand horizons.
We have offices/studios in Seattle and Tacoma and offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical dental voluntary vision/life insurance 401K (with a 5% employer match) flexible spending account mass transit pass employee assistance programs and generous vacation and paid holidays. KNKX offers a hybrid working environment. This position generally requires three days a week in-office.
General Description
The Accounting Assistant performs a variety of accounting tasks to assist the Director of Finance including accounts receivable accounts payable and reconciliations. The role also prepares and processes monthly payroll assists with audit preparation and supports reporting for management the governing board and external agencies.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Manage the accounts receivable process.- Process invoices for payment (accounts payable).
- Prepare invoices for services.
- Oversee the database revenue account reconciliation.
- Prepare monthly financial reports for management and the governing board as needed.
- Assist in preparing schedules and documentation for the annual audit.
- Public File Management & EEO reporting as needed
- Reconcile monthly corporate purchase card accounts.
- Maintain and review all station outside contracts.
- Assist in monthly Payroll and PTO reconciliation.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills including formulas and macros.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
- Ability to interact effectively across departments in collaborative settings.
- Detail-oriented with ability to follow established procedures.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
Required Qualifications
- 23 years of nonprofit accounting experience (education may substitute).
- 23 years of QuickBooks expertise.
- BA degree preferred; several years of related experience may substitute.
- Strong Excel knowledge including formulas and macros.
Skill Assessments will be administered to top candidates in:
- Accounting
- Excel
- QuickBooks Online
- G-Suite
Additional Information and Conditions of employment:
Prior to hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
KNKX is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age sex (including gender identity) marital status sexual orientation race creed color national origin veteran or military status or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process during the recruitment process or who need this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Office at.
The hiring manager has the right to close this recruitment at any time therefore it would be in your best interest to apply early. Applicants will be reviewed weekly.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
