Accountant

JOB PURPOSEResponsible for safeguarding the financial resources of the organization, the Finance Team manages the financial activities of Lili’uokalani Trust (“Trust”). Reporting directly to the Senior Accountant, the Accountant will assist in maintaining the financial records of the Trust and ensuring that financial transactions are properly recorded.  Ensures the accuracy of entries to general ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary records to the general ledger.  ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership:Serve a subject matter expert for functional area under management; create and deliver trainings on relevant accounting-related topics to staffCollaborate with intra and inter department team members, providing and exchanging information regarding existing and/or business processes and projects, and communicating possible implications for the teams.Set the bar for customer service excellence by providing timely, thorough and friendly responses to internal and external stakeholder inquiriesRepresent the accounting team on cross-functional organizational projects as needed. Completes reports as directed by the CFO, Director of Finance, and Controller Accounting Operations:Prepares monthly general ledger entries in support of the Trust’s operations.  Is able to apply working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles to record both recurring and non-recurring transactions.Administers the corporate credit card program, including the addition/deletion of users, changes to users, monitoring of credit limits, maintains the credit card policies, and trains users, in a manner that is timely (within 1-2 business days--except for user training which will be annually unless otherwise mutually agreed upon with supervisor).Processes all exports/imports between Concur and Sage.  Ensures that the data transfer is timely per the deadlines that have been mutually established in Monthly checklist and complete (no rejected transactions).  Reviews assigned Concur reimbursement reports for proper documentation, account classification and compliance with laws/regulations and the Trust's financial policies.  Follows-up on Concur reports to ensure timely submission and processes Concur import/export information according to deadlines established in the Concur workflow document.Maintains accuracy of the Property Management (PM) data in Sage 300 (ensures that all lease agreement data is updated no less than monthly-- prior to each rent roll) and processes all PM transactions in a timely manner (per the deadlines that have been mutually established in Monthly Checklist). Responsible for the bi-annual real property tax preparation and filings, including but not limited to, review property tax assessments to determine reasonableness, liase with ‘Aina Team to determine exemption eligibility, and collaborate directly with the CountyPerforms other general accounting duties (1099 reporting, ACH batch entries etc.) as assigned by management and according to mutually agreed upon deadlines Compliance & ReportingAssists with the preparation and timely delivery of financial and regulatory reports, audit/tax schedules and tax returns.  Ensures that mutually established reporting/filing deadlines are met.  Also ensures that quality control checks are established to reconcile the accuracy of the reporting data to the general ledgerAssist management with the update and training for financial policies that are applicable to the purchasing and disbursement functions. These include the Travel, Non-Travel Expense, and Purchasing policies.Implement and maintain accounting policies within corporate credit card system to effectively utilize the power of artificial intelligence within the system, and provide dashboard reporting to managementAssist in the production and/or review monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting schedules and reports, including account reconciliationsAssist the Finance Team with the preparation of variance reports OTHER DUTIES:Contributes to the Trust’s success by accepting new assignments, helping team members, learning new skills, and striving to improve team and organization resultsBackfill for the Senior Accountant and Accounts Payable Clerk where applicable MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSStrong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial working environmentSelf-starter who takes initiative, prioritizes with minimal supervision, and works independently, as well as part of a team.Excellent organizational and planning skills with demonstrated ability to create structures to effectively manage personal and team deliverablesDemonstrated ability to speak and write in succinct, informative and friendly manner such that content expectations and timelines are clearly understood by audienceAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environment and is both quick and meticulous, and puts emphasis on accuracy and quality, and strives for continuous improvementAbility to adapt well to changes and ambiguityAbility to manage multiple priorities from a variety of sources; prioritizing effectively to impact areas of greatest need and meet deadlinesCommitment and strong alignment to the mission of the TrustCommitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflictsBachelor’s degree, with major or area of study in accounting or finance with at least five years of relevant work experience and one year leading a teamKnowledge of GAAP and current accounting best practices, including upcoming regulatory changes to reporting requirementsStrong working knowledge of Excel (intermediate level or higher)  ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCESAlignment with Queen’s legacy:  Understanding and appreciation of Queen Liliuokalani’s story, her legacy and the Hawaiian Culture is foundational to staff’s commitment to working with our Hawaiian children, families and communities. Demonstrates respect for and appreciation of Hawaiian values history, and culture, understanding its implication in one’s work, in fostering meaningful relationships, and in embracing the community served.Ho`omau i ka `imi Na`auao (Continuous Learning and Improvement): Committed to creating and reinforcing an environment of continuous learning and improvement. Ho`ike i na Mana`o Pono (Effective Communication):  Communicates with those we serve and each other in a consistent manner that results in mutual understanding, harmony, and action.  No'ono'o loi (Critical Thinking and Problem Solving): Actively and skillfully understands, conceptualizes, applies, analyzes, synthesizes, and/or evaluates information and develops and supports fact-based analyses and recommendationsHo'o kumu a'e  or `Imi hakuhia (Innovation):  Identifies and integrates creative ideas into new or existing services and promotes effective problem-solving.Pilina Ho`ohana a me ka Hana Hilina`i (Building Relationships and Creating Trust):  Manages relationships to create optimal opportunities and move the organization forward.Alu Like I ka Hana (Teamwork): Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others throughout the organization in alignment with the organization's objectives.Ho`onui I ka `Ike (Capacity Building): Encourages personal growth by exhibiting trust and a belief in the capacity of others.   MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDSAbility to lift boxes containing office equipment or records up to 25 lbs pounds and lift them into cabinets or stack them 3-4 feet above floor level.Requires frequent sitting—over 50% of the time.Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.Needs to travel, on occasion, via ground transportation or air to other office locations.Frequently communicates in writing or verbally in person or over the phone with co-workers to answer questions and assist with finance related matters.Frequently reads and interprets written agreements, requests for funds and other written material and interprets them to determine action needed to be taken. TERMS AND CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTAs a condition of employment, employee will be subject to LT’s policies and procedures.

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