Accountant I
About The Position
This position performs accounting functions for assigned accounts; enters and posts financial data; prepares and approves journal entries; reconciles accounts; performs calculations and enters data into computer systems; researches errors and makes corrections as required; prepares tax forms; maintains financial records; and prepares and submits related reports as required. Essential Functions Performs accounting functions for assigned accounts; enters and posts financial data; prepares and approves journal entries; reconciles accounts; performs calculations and enters data into computer systems; researches errors and makes corrections as required; prepares tax forms; maintains financial records; and prepares and submits related reports as required. Prepares and maintains comprehensive files and documentation for assigned funds and account groups, ensuring compliance with approved policies and procedures, generally accepted governmental accounting principles, and applicable regulatory standards Receives and disburses funds: receives cash or financial instruments, prepares receipts, and documents the receipt of funds into appropriate database; according to area assignment, processes payments and communicates financial transactions to appropriate entities. Processes a variety of accounts payable documentation according to assigned area; receives, reviews and verifies invoices, purchase orders, requests for payment, refunds, sales taxes, travel reimbursements, etc. for accuracy, completeness and proper authorization; enters data into accounting system for payment; prints, verifies, submits for signature(s); and sends payments to vendors. Processes accounts receivable documentation according to assigned area; processes and posts payments received for taxes, utilities, other services, or fees; reviews receipts, escrow accounts, and other financial reports; records and reconciles to general ledger accounts; prepares journal entries; makes corrections or adjustments as needed; prepares spreadsheets; and reviews and reconciles reports. Reconciles bank statements for various accounts according to assigned area; prepares journal entries to general ledger from bank reconciliations to reflect interest income, bank charges, or other adjustments; and contacts bank personnel to coordinate needed corrections. Participates in year end closing processes for assigned area accounting records and in preparation for annual audit; assists internal and external auditors; provides requested data, reports and/or other items to ensure the completion and accuracy of annual audits. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required
- One year of experience in accounts payable and receivable or related field
- Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
Responsibilities
- Performs accounting functions for assigned accounts
- Enters and posts financial data
- Prepares and approves journal entries
- Reconciles accounts
- Performs calculations and enters data into computer systems
- Researches errors and makes corrections as required
- Prepares tax forms
- Maintains financial records
- Prepares and submits related reports as required
- Prepares and maintains comprehensive files and documentation for assigned funds and account groups, ensuring compliance with approved policies and procedures, generally accepted governmental accounting principles, and applicable regulatory standards
- Receives and disburses funds: receives cash or financial instruments, prepares receipts, and documents the receipt of funds into appropriate database; according to area assignment, processes payments and communicates financial transactions to appropriate entities
- Processes a variety of accounts payable documentation according to assigned area; receives, reviews and verifies invoices, purchase orders, requests for payment, refunds, sales taxes, travel reimbursements, etc. for accuracy, completeness and proper authorization; enters data into accounting system for payment; prints, verifies, submits for signature(s); and sends payments to vendors
- Processes accounts receivable documentation according to assigned area; processes and posts payments received for taxes, utilities, other services, or fees; reviews receipts, escrow accounts, and other financial reports; records and reconciles to general ledger accounts; prepares journal entries; makes corrections or adjustments as needed; prepares spreadsheets; and reviews and reconciles reports
- Reconciles bank statements for various accounts according to assigned area; prepares journal entries to general ledger from bank reconciliations to reflect interest income, bank charges, or other adjustments; and contacts bank personnel to coordinate needed corrections
- Participates in year end closing processes for assigned area accounting records and in preparation for annual audit; assists internal and external auditors; provides requested data, reports and/or other items to ensure the completion and accuracy of annual audits
- Performs other related duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
