Accountant

Job Title : Accountant

Qualifications :

All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.

• A minimum of an Associate's Degree. Bachelor's Degree in accounting or relevant field preferred.
• At least three (3) years experience in payroll and / or accounting. Experience with a municipality or public school district is preferred.
• Must be detail oriented, organized, and have excellent time management skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• A working style that consistently evidences initiative, tact, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Highly motivated self-starter who can work independently and without extensive supervision.
• Ability to maintain strict confidence regarding all matters.
• Ability in using data reports and consolidating information to develop reports and responses to requests for information.
• Effectively work with colleagues throughout the collaborative and with other business contacts in an effective, efficient, open, friendly, and cooperative manner.
• Demonstrated experience in assuming initiative and assignments, in follow through, in accepting responsibility for completion of assignments, and in expending effort and time in doing the job well.
• Ability to write and speak informatively, to listen and seek clarification.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products including : Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as Infinite Visions System Software (School ERP Pro) and / or other software as appropriate to the described position.

Experience using Infinite Visions Software (School ERP Pro) is a plus.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Executive Director and the Director of Finance and Operations may find appropriate and acceptable.

Performance Responsibilities :

• Assumes all duties and responsibilities associated with preparation of the weekly accounts payable warrant.
• Prepare, process, track, and verify invoices of all purchase orders.
• Set-up vendors and communicate with vendors regarding invoices, statements, and other procurement law requirements.
• Invoice and accounts receivable tracking for all revenue and process the weekly deposits.
• Complete all required procedures related to year-end closing including year-end reconciliation and other duties as required.
• File employee W-2s and process and file 1099 tax documents.
• Work with the Payroll Specialist on ACA requirements and submittals.
• Serve as backup for preparing and processing biweekly payroll, as necessary.
• Ensure level of benefits established are recorded and applied accurately in accounting software.
• Budget management in financial software, to include general ledger and financial records of the Collaborative, budget imports, budget adjustments, and transfers to / from accounts.
• Prepares all journal entries and financial transfers.
• Reconcile and balance all bank accounts on a monthly basis.
• Maintain files, databases, and other records as directed.
• Prepares cost report, cash flow, and cash flow projections. Cash flow to be updated on a weekly basis.
• Complies data and prepares monthly / quarterly / annual reports.
• Assists with the preparing of the financial statement for the audit preparation work.
• Prepare reports as required by state and federal agencies that relate to the fiscal operations of the Collaborative.
• Collaborate with treasurer on specific projects or initiatives.
• Attend meetings and trainings as appropriate for accounting responsibilities.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and the Director of Finance and Operations.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)

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