What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant position at Goodwin Living?
Celebrated as the #1 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2023 by The Washington Post, Goodwin Living is more than a team – it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 65 countries.
Why Our Team Members Vote Us #1
Goodwin Living ranks #1 thanks to team members who respond to an annual survey conducted by a neutral, third-party resource. Here are some reasons they honor us with this ranking:
- Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice.
- Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential.
- Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued.
Exciting Opportunity: Accounting Assistant
We are thrilled to announce a dynamic opening within our finance team for an Accounting Assistant. This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health of our organization by managing critical aspects of both our accounts payable and accounts receivable processes. The ideal candidate will be immersed in a variety of financial operations, contributing significantly to our department's success and upholding our commitment to excellence and integrity in every transaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Processing Excellence: Take the lead in posting cash receipts and managing accounts payable invoices with precision, ensuring all financial transactions are processed accurately within our system.
- Reconciliation and Reporting: Perform monthly reconciliation of cash receipts, delivering insightful reports that support financial decision-making.
- Document Management: Skillfully scan, index, and maintain financial documents in Docuware for a range of financial operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Medical Claims, and Payroll, ensuring a robust and accessible filing system.
- Team Contribution and Professional Development: Play an active role in contributing to departmental goals, demonstrating a commitment to our core values, and continuously seeking personal growth and learning opportunities.
Qualifications:
- Educational and Professional Experience: An Associate Degree in accounting or equivalent, complemented by at least one year of experience in a similar role.
- Technical Proficiency: Intermediate skills in Excel and Word are essential, along with the ability to leverage financial software for efficient processing and reporting.
- Organizational Skills: Exceptional ability to organize, prioritize, and execute work tasks to meet deadlines and maintain high-quality standards.
- Communication and Teamwork: Strong communication skills and a professional demeanor are crucial for effective teamwork and collaboration across departments.
This position is not just a job but an opportunity to grow, make a tangible impact, and be part of a team that values respect, efficiency, and continuous improvement. If you are driven, detail-oriented, and ready to take on a challenge, we would love to hear from you. Join us in driving financial excellence and be a key player in our journey towards achieving our mission!
A sampling of our many benefits!
We’ve got you covered with incredible benefits, whether you work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). Here’s a glimpse of what we offer to Full-Time team members:
- Paid Time Off
- Health/Dental/Vision/Disability Insurance
- DailyPay: Work and get paid the same day!
- Tuition Assistance for Career Development
- Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
- Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
- Staff Emergency Grants
- Referral Program: Earn extra cash for referring friends and family!
- Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More
About Goodwin Living
At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has inspired our team members to vote us into the Washington Post Top Workplace rankings since 2019, and they made us #1 in 2023!
Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.
