Job Function:
Under the supervision of Executive Director of Accounting (EDA) and with guidance of Sr. Accountant, the Staff Accountant manages daily accounting functions (according to GAAP, TEA FASRG). Functions include: accounts payable, accounts receivable, and purchasing processes. The accountant also assists with maintaining and reconciling the general ledger, monthly closings, as well as revenue and expenditure reports.
Duties:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Coordinates or performs:
• Collection of accounting data from external and internal sources.
• Posting transactions to the general ledger system.
• Generating and reviewing financial statements for review by the Chief Financial Officer.
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts.
• Beginning and End of Year accounting processes.
• Maintenance of vendor files, payroll files, bank recons, and other accounting records
• Assists with monthly closings
• Assists with annual audits
• Processes accounts payable
• Manages revenue transactions (cash receipts/donations)
• Manages purchasing and procurement requests
Payroll Duties:
• Assist with payroll setup, prep, and reconciliations
• Process payroll as needed and assist with reporting
Other Duties:
• Follows internal control policies at all times.
• Maintains and updates accounts payable files and records; generates reports to management as necessary and provide audit trail for all transactions.
• Establishes and maintains effective communications with campus or other personnel as necessary; answers all inquiries regarding accounts payable and payroll in a timely manner.
• Keeps management updated on processing delays, variances from established procedures, or potential financial concerns.
• Other duties as assigned.
Skills/Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Good computer skills – Familiarity with MS Office (Excel) and Adobe.
• Strong work ethic.
• Professional.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong data interpretation with complex information.
• Background in handling confidential or sensitive company and employee information.
• Excellent integrity and commitment to ethical practices.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; endure prolonged use of the computer; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with 3-5 years of experience.
• Ability to type 40+ WPM.
• Experience in General Ledger reconciliation, and Non-Profit Fund Accounting.
• General knowledge of Accrual Accounting and G.A.A.P Standards.
• General knowledge of payroll law.
• Knowledge of pre and post-tax insurance and benefit programs.