Staff Accountant II

Pay Range: $66,560 - $87,100

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Accounting, the Staff Accountant is a cross-trained position in each of the core accounting functions, including: Accounts Payable, General Ledger and Payroll. As a key resource assigned to projects, the Staff Accountant helps drive changes in accounting processes that improve efficiency and result in cost savings for the agency.

DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Under the direction of the Director of Accounting, provides support to projects focused on improving accounting processes. Examples include: employee mileage reporting and expense reimbursement, implementation of document management software by program sites, and integration of accounting processes for affiliated entities.
2. Prepares and reviews journal entries, and reconciles general ledger accounts as assigned, in coordination with the Accounting Supervisor and General Ledger Staff Accountants.
3. As part of cross training in the core accounting functions, reviews and provides updates to be incorporated into standard operating procedures (SOP) documents.
4. As assigned, covers during staffing vacancies or as the need arises for Accounts Payable, General Ledger or Payroll. Cross trained in all programs and lines of business related to fiscal team duties.
5. Assists with audits, internal and external, as needed.
6. Assists with the implementation of fiscal systems and integration with other agency software.
7. Assists with tasks and projects as assigned, including the start-up or transition of accounting activities for new sites or sites undergoing changes in bookkeeper staffing, or other fiscal team duties as needed.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Associate degree in Accounting from an accredited college and two years of accounting experience OR four years of accounting experience.
2. Must have the ability to work effectively across multiple locations and divisions in a collaborative manner.
3. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent listening and problem solving skills.
4. Must have strong knowledge and skills in the use of PC hardware and software for business and fiscal operations.
5. Must have the ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of managers and leaders.
6. Must be physically and mentally fit in accordance with the Agency's Personnel Policy; Physical Fitness Standards and Examinations and must be willing to complete a Tuberculosis (TB) and drug screening test.
7. Must possess a valid California driver's license, personal automobile insurance and driving record that meets the standards outlined in the Agency's Personnel Policy; Motor Vehicle Operating Standards.

Salary : $66,560 - $87,100