GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

The Accounting Specialist III will serve as a vital member of the finance team, playing an integral role in ensuring the precision and timeliness of financial record-keeping. This position involves close collaboration with both financial and operational teams to manage daily accounting activities, contribute to the preparation of detailed financial reports, and oversee various accounting functions within the organization. The Accounting Specialist III will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial data and assisting in the smooth operation of the department’s activities. This role reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Review and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to departmental standards.
• Process and record account entries, ensuring proper categorization within appropriate accounts.
• Develop and implement efficient systems for maintaining financial records, leveraging current technologies for optimal accuracy and efficiency.
• Create and maintain accounting manuals and forms to guide accounting and bookkeeping personnel.
• Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting activities, including reconciling bank and credit card accounts.
• Coordinate and support annual audits, providing necessary financial reports and assistance during the audit process.
• Analyze financial status, including identifying and reporting on income statement variances.
• Communicate financial results to management, including preparing and analyzing budgets.
• Continuously improve accounting systems and procedures, initiating corrective actions as necessary.
• Oversee tax compliance, ensuring adherence to federal regulations.
• Assist in the development and management of the division's budget.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong competencies in financial management, collaboration, ethical conduct, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office, accounting software, and databases with advanced technical skills.
• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, project management, and communication abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience, along with a minimum of three years of accounting experience.

CPA certification preferred.

Salary Range:

$53,580.80-$85,592.00

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements:
Must be capable of operating various equipment, including computers, copiers, and calculators, as well as driving a motor vehicle.
Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and consistently apply minimal force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects, including the human body.
This role involves light physical activity, often requiring significant walking or standing.

Data Conception:
Ability to compare, evaluate, and assess observable characteristics of data, people, or things, determining their functional or structural similarities and differences.

Interpersonal Communication:
Ability to effectively communicate with others, providing instructions, assignments, or directions to subordinates and assistants.

Language Skills:
Ability to read and comprehend a wide range of materials, including reports, schedules, forms, manuals, invoices, and journals.
Ability to prepare documents such as reports, evaluations, procedures, charts, surveys, and budgets, adhering to proper grammar, punctuation, and style.
Must be able to speak confidently and clearly to large groups.

Cognitive Abilities:
Ability to apply logical or scientific principles to define problems, gather data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Must be able to interpret complex technical instructions and manage abstract or concrete variables.

Verbal Aptitude:
Ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures, and follow oral and written instructions.
Must communicate effectively in various technical or professional languages, such as legal, medical, accounting, and marketing terminology.

Numerical Skills:
Ability to use mathematical formulas to perform operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and apply principles of algebra and geometry.

Spatial Aptitude:
Ability to inspect objects for correct length, width, and shape.

Motor Coordination:
Ability to coordinate hand and eye movements quickly and accurately when using office equipment.

Manual Dexterity:
Ability to handle different office equipment and tools, requiring minimal eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Differentiation:
Ability to distinguish between different colors and shades.

Interpersonal Temperament:
Ability to work with people in various situations, beyond simply following instructions.
Must be adaptable to stressful and emergency situations.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

12 months (260 days); at least 8 hours per day

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. It is neither intended to be, nor should it be construed as, an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. Administration reserves the right to modify, assign, or remove duties as necessary.