What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Board of Cooperative Education / Questar III?
Title: Accountant
Location: Castleton-On-Hudson, NY
Introduction
Questar III BOCES is committed to excellence, leadership, and innovation. Our vision is a student-centered culture, with students at the forefront of our work. We value diversity and strive for organizational excellence through inclusive leadership.
About the Job
We have an opening for a full-time 12-month Accountant position at our Central Office in Castleton, NY. The ideal candidate will assist the Business Office team in managing financial accounting functions across various funds and accounts.
Responsibilities:
Perform general accounting and other related duties for the organization.
Maintain the general ledger and reconcile accounts.
Code invoices, set up new accounts, and close monthly books.
Reconcile monthly bank accounts and accounts receivable collections.
Assist outside auditors with annual audits and gather necessary documents.
Prepare grants reporting for State and Federal Agencies.
Maintain knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Knowledge of general financial accounting and accounting principles.
Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
Ability to correctly prepare reports.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and accounting software.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least two (2) years of accounting experience, or
Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, business administration, or related field with a minimum of 18 semester credit hours in Accounting and four (4) years of accounting experience.
Experience with account reconciliations, billing, journal entries, and performing financial audits.
Columbia County Civil Service residency requirements apply; must be a resident of Albany, Rensselaer, Columbia, Greene, Ulster, or Dutchess County at time of hire.
