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Cedars Youth Services is Hiring a Grant Documentation Specialist (Accounting) Near Lincoln, NE
Overview
Reports To: Director of Accounting
Classification: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-4:00PM
Rate of Pay: 19.25/hour
About CEDARS
At CEDARS, our mission is to help children achieve safety, stability, and enduring family relationships. For over 75 years, thousands of kids and families have found refuge and a new beginning at CEDARS. As one of Nebraska’s most trusted human service organizations, we make sure that kids feel safe and secure. At the same time, we’re giving parents, foster families, and partnering agencies the support they need to care effectively for kids.
Diversity
At CEDARS, we embrace diversity, and we know the journey towards belonging never ends. Click (here) to learn more about our journey.
Job Summary
CEDARS accounting department is seeking a dynamic individual with strong organizational skills and a penchant for detail. This position is designed for flexibility, with a portion of time allocated to assisting accounting team members meet deadlines and organize files, and the majority of time working closely with the Director of Accounting to compile documentation required for compliance with grant contracts.
Responsibilities
Use Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in day-to-day work functions with one or more of the following WinTeam software modules: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and/or Payroll
Compile and reconcile timesheets, invoices, credit card receipts, and other supporting documents for grants
Organize and prepare grant documentation for grant submission
Prepare daily and monthly bank reconciliations
Enter payroll information into grant split spreadsheets monthly
Updating the cost of care for programs
Maintaining paid leave reports for employee access
Other potential tasks, depending upon personal skills and interests, include managing credit cards, proof-reading financial components of grant applications, reconciling petty cash, assisting with annual budget and audit preparation, health insurance billing, entering accounts payable, and other tasks that may be recognized, and agreed upon, as a team
Provide general accounting support to all programs
Assist in monthly financial statement and report preparation
File documents electronically according to established parameters.
Contribute to the department mission of becoming paper light
Job Skills / Requirements
Associate degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting, business, or finance.
High level of professionalism and good judgement in confidential situations.
Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prioritize assigned tasks.
Detailed-Orientated and a self-starter
Excellent computer skills; proficient or advanced skill in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook),Adobe Pro,online calendars, cloud system and virtual meeting platforms.
Team player who is trustworthy and enjoys collaborating and strategizing with other team members
Works well under pressure and consistently meet deadlines
Take pride in delivering excellent internal and external customer service
You provide clear, concise, and friendly written and verbal communication
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Strong commitment to the mission and goals of CEDARS.
Education Requirements (Any)Associate's Degree RequiredAdditional Information / Benefits
As a full-time active employee, you are eligible to participate in the following benefits:
medical, dental, and vision coverages
flexible spending accounts and health spending accounts
personal leave, emergency leave, paid holidays, and floating holidays
retirement plan with 5% company match
life & long-term disability insurance
employee assistance program
wellness and engagement program
early childhood childcare discount
mileage reimbursement
extensive training and professional development opportunities
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Childcare DiscountScreening Requirements: Criminal Background Check