Accountant I

Summary

The Staff Accountant I is responsible for assisting Staff Accountant II with the monthly journal entries into the accounting system. As well as subsequence monthly account reconciliation to ensure all accounts are balanced correctly and in a timely fashion. Prepare and enter correcting entries with the guidance of Staff Accountant II and Staff Accountant III.

 Essential Functions

• Enter monthly reoccurring journal entries into the accounting system
• Ensures the assigned accounts are reconciled monthly and any necessary adjustments and/or corrections are completed in a timely manner
• Learns and serves as a backup for other positions within the Accounting Department 
• On time completion of assigned training and policies
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or equivalent experience. 
• At least 6 months accounting experience. 
• Basic user of MS Office and knowledge of computerized accounting, preferably with NetSuite or other multi-mode accounting software.
• Create written documentation that is legible, clear, and concise. 
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Skilled in time management and the ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to maintain positive morale and unit cohesion as evidenced by maintaining a cooperative and flexible attitude toward coworkers, showing adaptability to change, exhibiting effective communication and interpersonal skills, and taking initiative to solve problems.
• Set priorities and react appropriately to emergency situations.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•  Speaks well and in an organized manner when making presentations.
• Resourcefulness, initiative and the ability to work with minimal direction and supervision.
• Utilizes logical problem-solving techniques both independently and in collaboration with workers in dealing with program needs.
• Participate in an annual Tuberculosis screening and/or other screenings when necessary.
• Reasonable accommodations may be granted where appropriate.