Junior Accountant

Description

Osborne Association serves individuals, families, and communities affected by the criminal justice system. Through our programs, we offer opportunities for people to heal from and repair harm, restore their lives, and thrive. We challenge systems rooted in racism and retribution and fight for policies and practices that promote true safety, justice, and liberation.

At Osborne, we are guided by core values and shared beliefs. We honor everyone's capacity to change, celebrate our shared humanity, are united in our pursuit of justice and equity, take all possible steps to keep our commitments, and advocate for people and principles with fierce and tenacious determination.

We are currently seeking a full time Junior Accountant for our Fiscal Department. Under the direction of the Vice President of Finance, the Accounting Manager facilitates the Osborne Association’s accounting and administrative functions. This role holds the critical responsibilities of supervising the operations of general accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable and provides support for the agency’s financial administration.

Salary: $27.47-$30.21 per hour

Requirements

Essential Duties:

• Assist in the monthly closing of the general ledger.
• Prepare all Journal Entries for the monthly closing, including but not limited to entries pertaining to insurance, rent and utilities, credit card charges, and other critical organizational functions.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
• Post Journal entries approved by an appropriate manager.
• Partner with the accounting admin team to oversee the Metro Card and Gift Card inventory.
• Work closely with various departments to ensure closeout and recording of Gift Cards and Metro Cards and prepare related journal entries to enter into the accounting system.
• Prepare and post cash disbursement vouchers per departmental procedures and funders’ regulations; ensures the accuracy and timely processing of vendor payments and employee reimbursement requests.
• Provide support for all audits, and financial reporting. Supports other staff within the finance department by conducting research, compiling data, and conducting data entry.
• In person attendance is required to collaborate with coworkers.
• Performing other duties as required.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 1-3 years of accounting experience preferred
• A Bachelor's degree in finance is required, a Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage time and resources in a fast-paced environment with many deadlines
• Experience with Financial Edge NXT a plus
  
  

Key Competencies

• Knowledge and experience in accounting and finance
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, pay strong attention to detail, and time management skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and build strong relationships
  
  

Benefits Of Working At Osborne

Generous benefits include four weeks of vacation, tuition reimbursement, a flexible work schedule, excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, and a 403(b) plan with a company match. Career development through ongoing training and individual development plans.

The Osborne Association is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, unemployment status, or any other protected category. The Osborne Association takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Thank you for your interest in the Osborne Association. Be sure to include a cover letter with your application. No phone calls please. We wish we could personally respond to each application. However, we are unable to do so due to the volume of interest received.

• Salary is based on commensurate experience and other qualifications.