Accountant I

Catholic Charities Careers•Wilton Manor, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for various accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, budgeting, and financial reporting. The Accountant I will prepare financial documents, reconcile accounts, assist with budget analysis and reporting, and maintain subsidiary ledgers. The role also involves attending required training and meetings, and performing additional duties as assigned by a supervisor. Local driving is required for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or other related field.
A minimum of 1 year related work experience required.
Normal safety precautions are needed.
Local driving required.

Nice To Haves

Additional education may be substituted for experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare reimbursement packages, expenditure reports and requests for payment in accordance with contract and funding source requirements.
Communicate any anticipated problems, delays, disallowed costs, and fiscal issues to the Senior Director of Finance.
Review and approve Purchase Orders.
Reconcile AP general ledger accounts.
Assist with the completion of the monthly variance analysis and follow up with Program Directors to take necessary actions.
Assist in preparing fiscal and budget reports as per funding source requirements, such as year-end funding reports, annual reports, etc.
Provide budget recommendations to the program directors based on allowable costs and the expenditure trends of the program.
Maintain and update the subsidiary ledgers of the program's funding contracts on a monthly basis.
Assist in the preparation of the annual audit.
Attend training, meetings and conferences required by the funding source and/or the agency.
Comply with all policies, procedures and requirements necessary to perform the functions of this position.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by supervisor.