What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant (A/R) position at Catholic Social Services?
Job Description
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Accountant is responsible for managing financial transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing accurate financial reporting to support the mission of the organization. This role involves collaborating with various departments to maintain financial integrity, processing day to day accounting functions, and ensuring the organization’s resources are managed effectively to serve the community.
ABOUT US
CSS is a Catholic human and social services agency and behavioral health care provider that welcomes people of all faiths through its programs and employment. We provide help for our Alaskan neighbors through a variety of supportive service programs, including emergency shelter, food stability, housing, case management, and refugee assistance. CSS empowers individuals and families on their path to permanent stability, creating thriving communities for all. Located in Anchorage, Alaska, CSS is a nationally accredited organization through the Council on Accreditation (COA), which recognizes that CSS provides high quality services that meet best practice standards in the social service field.
Mission : We compassionately serve those in need, strengthen individuals and families, and advocate for the common good .
Vision : All Individuals and Families are Flourishing.
Impact Statement : Catholic Social Services empowers individuals and families on their path to permanent stability, creating thriving communities for all.
Guiding Principles : - Catholic Social Teachings - Reverence for humanity - Striving for excellence - Empowering personal fulfillment - Strengthening through collaboration –
ABOUT OUR PROGRAM / DEPARTMENT
The Finance and Grants Department at Catholic Social Services (CSS) - Alaska plays a crucial role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of the organization. With a strong focus on accounting functions, including accurate financial recording, reporting, and compliance with applicable financial regulations, this department lays the foundation for CSS's fiscal integrity. In conjunction with these accounting responsibilities, the department also actively engages in grants management. It is responsible for securing, tracking, and effectively utilizing grants to support CSS's mission of providing compassionate and comprehensive social services to individuals and families in need across Alaska. This dual emphasis on accounting and grants management ensures CSS maintains transparent and accountable financial practices while maximizing the impact of grant funds in fulfilling its mission.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Teamwork : Demonstrates great interpersonal skills, fostering teamwork and open communication within the agency.
Software and Systems : Possesses proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, leveraging these tools for efficient data analysis and contributing to overall financial management success. Experience in financial management software.
Research : Adept at reading and interpreting regulation, code, and law. Ability to apply findings and generalize knowledge across multiple scenarios.
Critical Thinking : Analyze facts and observations and apply findings to guide problem solving.
Self-sufficiency : Ability to work independently and self-guide day to day activities. Adept at understanding when to involve others and ask questions.
Decision Making : Approach problems and decisions methodically and objectively. Uses sound judgement when making decisions and understanding the impacts to themselves, their team and the organization. Makes timely decisions.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
1. Accounts Receivable Management :
- Process and manage a high volume of incoming invoices and payments accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborate with internal departments to verify and resolve discrepancies related to accounts receivable.
- Maintain a systematic approach to document verification, data entry, and payment tracking to ensure data integrity.
2. Customer Management & Recordkeeping :
3. Payment Processing :
4. Month-End Reconciliation :
5. Compliance :
6. Other :
QUALIFICATIONS :
Bachelors degree in finance or an associate degree in finance, Business Administration, or a related field with two (2) years of experience may be substituted for the required education.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work environment : Work is performed in a standard indoor office.
Physical demands : Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. Frequently sitting or standing at a desk for several hours at a time.
Travel : n / a
Location : 4600 Debarr Rd, Anchorage, Alaska 99508
