Accounting Specialist - Job #369

Job Description

Job Description

The Organization

North Los Angeles County Regional Center “NLACRC” is a private, non-profit agency that is contracted with the State of California, Department of Developmental Services, to provide services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. NLACRC is one of the largest regional centers in California and has proudly served the San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita Valley, and Antelope Valley since 1974. We serve individuals across the lifespan from infants and toddlers, school age children, transition-age youth, to adults and aging adults.

Supervision

Receives general supervision from the Accounting Supervisor.

The Position and Job Summary

Responsible for performing a variety of accounting duties and responsibilities including all aspects of accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.

It includes the following. Assigned duties may vary and other duties may be assigned.

Accounts Payable :

• Reviews, verifies, and reconciles vendor invoices and supporting documentation for accuracy.
• Processes, analyzes, and reconciles vendor payments.
• Calculates, reconciles, and processes overpayments and underpayments to vendors for retroactive rate adjustments.
• Assists vendors with billing and payment related inquiries. Provides customer service to vendors and internal staff.
• Provides training and support to vendors on proprietary software and invoicing procedures.

Accounts Receivables :

Fee Assessment Programs :

Additional Duties :

Employment Standards

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education and Experience

Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent in accounting or related field from a two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in accounting or related field from a four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Two (2) or more years of accounting related experience.

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of basic general accounting principles and practices, accounts payable and accounts receivable systems, and general office practices. Ability to operate a computer and enter data accurately. Basic Microsoft Excel skills. Ability to speak and write in an organized and effective manner, succinct direct manner, and simply complex ideas into simplified forms

Essential Requirements

Valid California Driver’s License and reliable transportation, or acceptable substitute, required.

NLACRC Offers an Excellent Benefits Package

We offer employees a variety of health and dental plans :

Please note that benefit costs are pro-rated for part-time employees.

Professional Development Opportunities & Growth

NLACRC values the professional development of staff! Variety of career paths for entry-level management positions for those seeking leadership opportunities in the social services field.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NLACRC, we value and celebrate diversity! In September 2021, NLACRC launched an initiative to enhance and strengthen our commitment to diversity and belonging.

Compensation

This position is a non - exempt. Regular Salary : $25.35 - $35.81 per hour.

NLACRC is an equal opportunity employer. Further, NLACRC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

Salary : $25 - $36