Accountant II (on-site position)

Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission•Fresno, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing general accounting duties under the direction of the Assistant Finance Director, Manager and/or Supervisor. Assist in the fulfillment of the Agency’s vision, “A strong Fresno County where people have resources to shape their future free from poverty.” This position is assigned to serve in one or more accounting areas within the Finance Office, including but not limited to: Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Insurance, Payroll, Program Accounting (includes budgeting, monitoring, and reporting), Quality Assurance, Retirement Plans, and/or Treasury. Prepares and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards. Develops, maintains, and analyzes budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs that are routinely reviewed with program staff. Conducts high level functions in Microsoft Excel, including familiarity with lookup functions, macros, and pivot reports. Performs cost allocations across several projects, including supporting documentation of methodology. Assists with the monthly closeout and annual budget process as it pertains to allocations. Assists employees, vendors, and/or funding agencies in resolving their inquiries. Provides project support (testing, documentation, etc.) as needed. Regularly updates supervisor on current projects, tasks and duties. Compares invoices, purchase orders, and other supporting documents for consistency. Completes and submits reports for assigned duties to appropriate parties by stated deadlines, including sufficient time for supervisory review. Develops and maintains Excel worksheets for tracking of data and potential import into software systems timely, accurately and efficiently. Generates journal entries including appropriate supporting documentation. Performs reconciliation of accounts. Prepares audit schedules and special reports, as assigned. Prepares cost allocations including supporting documentation of methodology. Reviews and follows-up on outstanding checks. Reviews employee time records for accuracy and appropriateness and address any irregularities. Reviews data and accurately compile it into financial reports for billing purposes. Summarize current financial status by collecting information, preparing balance sheet, and reviewing profit and loss statements and other reports. Reviews transactions to ensure compliance with control procedures and report potential areas of improvement. Works with Financial Manager and Business Analyst to test calculations are working correctly and as specified. Assists supervisors in developing and conducting presentations. Analyzes the various general ledger activity after allocations to ensure that they align correctly for all downstream processes. Traces general ledger activity to supporting documentation and investigate irregularities. Travels for agency business using reliable transportation. Maintains regular attendance and punctuality. Works evenings and weekends as required. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field required.
Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience with progressive increases to responsibilities required.
Knowledge of financial and accounting principles and practices (with preference in grant reporting and related governmental regulations) and procedures.
Meets established expectations and takes responsibility for achieving results.
Collaborates with others by gathering multiple views and being open to diverse perspectives, focusing on a shared purpose that puts Fresno EOC’s overall success first.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and computerized accounting systems/applications, 10 Key by touch, and data entry experience in accounting environment.
Effective presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
Able to meet established deadlines.
Strong analytical skills.
Recommend financial actions by analyzing accounting options.
Willing to work non-traditional hours and days to meet the needs of this position.
Maintain a valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, adequate auto insurance as required by State law, and insurability by agency carrier for those driving agency vehicles.
Pass a criminal background investigation and credit history check. Maintain criminal clearance and acceptable credit history.

Responsibilities

Prepares and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
Develops, maintains, and analyzes budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs that are routinely reviewed with program staff.
Conducts high level functions in Microsoft Excel, including familiarity with lookup functions, macros, and pivot reports.
Performs cost allocations across several projects, including supporting documentation of methodology.
Assists with the monthly closeout and annual budget process as it pertains to allocations.
Assists employees, vendors, and/or funding agencies in resolving their inquiries.
Provides project support (testing, documentation, etc.) as needed.
Regularly updates supervisor on current projects, tasks and duties.
Compares invoices, purchase orders, and other supporting documents for consistency.
Completes and submits reports for assigned duties to appropriate parties by stated deadlines, including sufficient time for supervisory review.
Develops and maintains Excel worksheets for tracking of data and potential import into software systems timely, accurately and efficiently.
Generates journal entries including appropriate supporting documentation.
Performs reconciliation of accounts.
Prepares audit schedules and special reports, as assigned.
Prepares cost allocations including supporting documentation of methodology.
Reviews and follows-up on outstanding checks.
Reviews employee time records for accuracy and appropriateness and address any irregularities.
Reviews data and accurately compile it into financial reports for billing purposes.
Summarize current financial status by collecting information, preparing balance sheet, and reviewing profit and loss statements and other reports.
Reviews transactions to ensure compliance with control procedures and report potential areas of improvement.
Works with Financial Manager and Business Analyst to test calculations are working correctly and as specified.
Assists supervisors in developing and conducting presentations.
Analyzes the various general ledger activity after allocations to ensure that they align correctly for all downstream processes.
Traces general ledger activity to supporting documentation and investigate irregularities.
Travels for agency business using reliable transportation.
Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
Works evenings and weekends as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.