Accountant I

FRIENDS AWARE INCORPORATED•Cumberland, MD

7d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The primary functions of the Accountant I position is to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll and money reviews. This role involves preparing and completing payroll for a multi-program and multi-cost center agency for approximately 200 employees. The Accountant I will review Personnel Action Forms, employee deductions, and mileage expenses to ensure accurate payroll processing. Responsibilities also include funding retirement plan contributions, processing accurate wage garnishments, exporting payroll data, and reviewing quarterly and year-end payroll tax reports and W-2 forms. Additionally, the role performs monthly petty cash reviews, records Consumer Social Security Benefits direct deposits, and transfers consumer funds. The Accountant I assists the Finance Director with record retrieval during audits and attends all agency-required trainings. Relief responsibilities include assisting the Accounting Assistant with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, and month-end reconciliations.

Requirements

A working knowledge of payroll regulations and changes set forth by the IRS, Comptroller of Maryland, Friends Aware Employee Handbook, including knowledge of compensation rates and related rules.
A thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) including general ledger accounting and account reconciliations.
A proficient knowledge of Microsoft Windows, including Word/Excel/Outlook.
Possess a working knowledge of computerized payroll and general ledger functions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work rapidly with a high degree of accuracy to meet weekly deadlines.
Ability to adapt to a changing work environment.
Must possess a valid driver’s license with an agency approved driving record.

Nice To Haves

BS degree in accounting or a related field preferred; however, an Associate degree and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Prepare and complete payroll for a multi-program and multi-cost center agency for approximately 200 employees.
Review Personnel Action Forms, employee deductions and mileage expenses to ensure accurate payroll processing.
Process funding of retirement plan contributions.
Process and ensure accurate wage garnishments.
Export payroll data from payroll system and upload into accounting system.
Review quarterly and year-end payroll tax reports and W-2 forms for year-end distribution.
Perform monthly petty cash reviews and review participant transactions.
Record Consumer Social Security Benefits direct deposits in accounting software.
Transfer and record consumer funds to and from bank accounts and pre-paid cards.
Transfer and record HRA transactions from the bank.
Assist Finance Director with record retrieval during audits and reviews.
Attend all agency required trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Assist the Accounting Assistant with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
Assist with month-end reconciliations as needed.