What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant position at Epworth Villa?
Advance Your Accounting Career with Purpose — Join Epworth Villa as an Accounting Assistant
Are you an accounting professional seeking an opportunity where your skills drive both personal growth and a meaningful mission? Epworth Villa — one of Oklahoma City’s most respected Life Plan Communities — is looking for a detail-driven Accounting Assistant to join our dynamic financial team.
The Role: Accounting Assistant
As an Accounting Assistant, you’ll play an essential role in supporting our nonprofit organization’s financial operations. From managing accounts payable to assisting with month-end close and financial reporting, you’ll contribute to the accuracy and integrity of our accounting processes — all while expanding your skill set through cross-training opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accounts Payable Management: Process invoices, issue payments, resolve discrepancies, and ensure vendor accounts remain up-to-date and accurate.
- Cash and Account Reconciliation: Log, post, and balance petty cash, record select cash transactions, and reconcile credit card, bank, and general ledger accounts.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare sales tax returns, monthly journal entries, and assist with generating financial statements.
- Month-End and Year-End Close: Support closing activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Cross-Training: Develop a comprehensive understanding of all accounting functions to provide team coverage when needed — building a well-rounded foundation for future growth.
Ideal Qualifications:
- Associate degree in accounting, business, or a related field preferred OR 2 years' of relevant work experience with accounting or accounts payable in lieu of degree.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills — including formulas, data management, and analysis.
- Tech-savvy mindset — eager to work with accounting software and embrace new technology.
- Exceptional attention to detail — you value precision, accuracy, and integrity in financial reporting.
- Analytical problem-solver — you proactively address discrepancies and seek effective solutions.
- Strong communication skills — you can collaborate with vendors, team members, and leadership seamlessly.
- Organized and adaptable — you’re skilled at managing multiple tasks and shifting priorities.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Excellent time management skills.
Why Epworth Villa?
At Epworth Villa, we value the expertise of accounting professionals and believe exceptional talent deserves exceptional rewards. When you join our team, you’ll receive:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-provided life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts.
- Work-Life Balance: Recharge with 6 paid holidays, a personal float day, and paid time off — because work-life balance fuels productivity.
- Financial Security: Start saving immediately with 401(k) contributions — and after one year, enjoy employer matching to boost your retirement planning.
- Health and Well-being: Stay energized with free access to our on-site fitness center and discounted meals at our on-campus restaurants.
Join an Organization That Values Your Accounting Expertise
At Epworth Villa, you’ll find more than a job — you’ll discover a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your skills and contributions make a lasting difference.
Take the next step in your accounting career — apply today!
