What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Lutheran Homes Inc?
As a Staff Accountant, you will perform essential accounting functions under the direction of the Corporate Director of Finance, ensuring compliance with strict deadlines. Your responsibilities will include:
- Perform multiple bank reconciliations to ensure that company records accurately reflect financial transactions.
- Initiate authorized online banking transactions, including fund transfers and loan payments, and accurately post these transactions.
- Prepare monthly journal entries and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts to ensure proper financial tracking.
- Record financial contributions, pledges, and payments in the Raiser's Edge database and ensure accurate entry of donor information, donation amounts, dates, and campaign designations.
- Update daily cash deposit and cash management spreadsheets for effective cash flow monitoring.
- Finalize monthly cash tie-outs and process necessary entries to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Compare accounts receivable (A/R) aging reports with the general ledger for consistency and accuracy.
- Assist with annual audits, cost reports, and the preparation of Form 990 to ensure compliance with financial reporting standards.
- Maintain and update the entire lifecycle of fixed assets, including acquisition, capitalization, depreciation, transfer, and disposal.
WHAT YOU NEED
- Education/Training: a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field is required.
- Work Experience: minimum of 5 years of general accounting experience, preferably within a non-profit organization.
- Technical Skills:
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential for data analysis and reporting.
- Experience with general ledger software, with Great Plains being the preferred platform.
- Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze financial data and identify trends, ensuring accurate reporting and informed decision-making.
- Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail to catch discrepancies and ensure compliance with financial regulations, contributing to the integrity of our financial operations.
- Problem-Solving Mindset: A proactive approach to challenges, utilizing critical thinking to develop solutions that enhance efficiency and effectiveness in accounting processes.
- Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as needed.
WHY JOIN US?
At Lutheran Life Villages, we bring our core values of Leadership, Impact, Friendship, and Excellence (LIFE) into every part of our work. Here, you’ll find the opportunity to contribute to an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care for seniors while fostering a supportive, collaborative environment for its staff. Our commitment to Leadership means empowering our team members to grow personally and professionally, inspiring others by example. We’re passionate about making a meaningful Impact in the lives of our residents and nurturing relationships built on Friendship and compassion. By pursuing Excellence in all we do, our employees share our mission to deliver outstanding care.
As a valued member of the LLV team, you’ll enjoy a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your growth and well-being. With offerings from medical, dental, and vision insurance to paid time off on your birthday, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and retirement matching, we’re committed to helping you thrive.
Lutheran Life Villages is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO) that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, gender or any status protected by federal, state or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, competence, and performance.
