Accountant II

Community Action of South Mississippi • Moss Point, MS

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About The Position

The Accountant II provides financial, administrative, and clerical support to the organization. H/She provides financial information by researching and analyzing accounting data and preparing reports. H/She oversees all aspects of accounts payable and assists with processing payroll as needed. The Accountant completes internal and external reporting and other general ledger functions as needed.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting or Business Administration is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ professional accounting experience.
• Must demonstrate good communication and speaking skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
• Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required.
• Must have strong accounting and analytical skills.
• Must be able to understand the flow of financial and statistical information.
• Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette.
• Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e. telephone, fax, etc.).
• Must have advanced knowledge and skill in using MS Office.
• Must understand the fundamentals of automated data processing, and be able to quickly gain a detailed understanding of complex computerized and non-computerized information.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in accounts payable/receivable functions, bank reconciliations, journal entries, fixed assets, financial reporting, financial data analysis and auditing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides financial information by researching and analyzing accounting data and preparing reports.
• Oversees all aspects of accounts payable
• Assists with processing payroll as needed.
• Completes internal and external reporting
• Completes other general ledger functions as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level