Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Department: Finance & Operations

Reports to: Controller

Classification: Exempt

SUMMARY: Responsible for the day-to-day accounting functions of the agency.

ONGOING DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to successfully perform each ongoing duty.

1. Promotes a positive image by representing the Achievement Centers for Children in a courteous, professional manner.

1. Adheres to all Policies/Procedures in the Achievement Centers for Children Staff Handbook.

1. Promotes a team approach within each program and throughout the agency.

1. Works in family-centered, partnerships with the individuals and families served by Achievement Centers for Children.

1. Practices safe work habits and contributes to ensuring a safe and healthful work environment.

1. Attends continuing education courses related to job functions.

7. Fosters and maintains good public relations with all community sources.

1. Conducts self with professional dignity; understands the importance of good human relations; able to motivate others; and possesses initiative and good judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

1. Assists with maintenance of financial records including keeping a record of cash, processing and depositing receipts, processing payables and journal entries, and completing bank reconciliations.

1. Ensures that expenses and revenues are booked properly, tying to departmental budgets, and informs appropriate staff of variances.

1. Prepares and updates monthly balance sheet account analysis including all reconciliations and backup documentation.

1. Prepares monthly financial statements for review, maintains and periodically reviews proper account records and accounting files, statements, reports, and analyses.

1. Produces and distributes monthly reports for program and administrative staff including income statements by department.

1. Provides back up to Accounts Payable Administrative Coordinator.

1. Follows up with outstanding receivables. Provides assistance to Camp with maintenance of their accounts receivable.

1. Performs various special projects as assigned by Accounting Manager and/or Controller.

1. Prepares schedules for and in conjunction with external Auditors.

1. Performs random audits of petty cash at each location on a quarterly basis.

1. Participates with supervisor in developing and implementing an annual plan for professional growth aligned with the annual evaluation and agency goals.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS listed below are indicative of knowledge, skills, and abilities required to be successful in this position.

Education, Training, and/or Experience

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 3-4 years of general ledger and accounting experience.
• Extensive knowledge of high level Excel tools and features.
• Experienced user of accounting software, preferably QuickBooks.
• Solid, demonstrated understanding of accounting concepts.

Personal Skills and Abilities

1. Good interpersonal and communications skills.

2. Ability to work independently.

3. Detail oriented.

4. Excellent multi-tasking skills.

Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be routinely met by an employee to successfully perform essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

1. Requires operating a computer keyboard, photocopier, facsimile machine.
2. Requires sitting for long periods of time.
3. Requires ability to use telephone
4. Requires ability to move equipment, supplies etc. up to 25 lbs

Working Conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee while performing essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

1. May require occasional evening and/or weekend work.
2. May require occasional participation in special events or functions outside of normal hours.
3. May require occasional work at different sites and traveling off-site to perform job.

If your job responsibilities require you to drive your personal vehicle or an Agency vehicle you will be required to maintain a valid driver’s license, auto insurance as required by state law, and an acceptable driving record.