Staff Accountant

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reconciling general ledger accounts
• Journal entry preparation
• Preparation of audit schedules
• Assist Senior Director, Finance & Administration with monthly financial statements
• Assist in maintaining the financial integrity of the membership database and accounting system
•  Work with Accounting/Data Entry Clerk to process accounts payable invoices including verifying charges, coding and authorization on invoices and expense reports
• Work with Accounting/Data Entry Clerk to prepare checks including data entry, check generation, distribution and mailing
• Respond to vendor payment inquiries
• Follow up on payment or billing discrepancies
• Process 1099s
• Prepare accounts receivable billings
• Follow up on outstanding accounts receivables including collection calls
• Liaison to members related to all cash receipt inquiries
• Other accounting duties as assigned

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Computerized accounting system experience
• Data entry experience
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Good organizational or planning ability
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and complete follow-up
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Proficiency at Microsoft Office package – Outlook, Word, Excel
• Knowledge of GAAP

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in Accounting or equivalent course work.
• Bachelors preferred.
• Minimum three years of experience in a similar position.