Accountant - Property Management

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington•Yakima, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Controller, the Accountant will perform accounting functions including but not limited to, reconciliation of general ledger activity, preparing and posting journal entries, compiling, and preparing monthly financial statements and reports and, performing month end close functions for multiple properties. This position is based in our Yakima office with the expectation for a local candidate to work on-site. We may consider a remote work arrangement for highly qualified candidates in Washington State, with the expectation to be on-site in Yakima approximately once per quarter.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required
3 years of relevant experience to include Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll and or General Ledger.
Knowledge and experience with computerized accounting systems, spreadsheets, database management and reporting
Must have the ability to research, understand, and apply State and Federal laws, agencies’ requirements, rules and regulations.
Intermediate to advanced knowledge in Excel formulas and functions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Required to work in a team environment, contributing to the success and credibility of the finance office in a variety of roles
Willingness to take on new responsibilities, improve efficiencies, solve problems, and provide backup to other accounting office staff.
Self-motivated, adaptable to change, and detail-oriented
Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Accurately reconcile multiple general ledger accounts monthly submitting them to the Assistant Controller for review and approval in a timely manner
Maintain a schedule of accrual and pre-paid accounts that are reconciled to the general ledger monthly
Ensure that the accounts receivable, accounts payable subsidiary and tenant ledgers and aging reports are reconciled to the balance sheet monthly and discrepancies are researched and resolved in a timely manner
Run monthly final trial balances by location ensuring all relevant accounts have been reconciled and have supporting documentation.
Prepare various journal entries, including but not limited to, journal entries for account corrections, re-locations and adjustments
Prepare financial reports, budget reports and analyses within the designated cutoff dates
Reconcile bank accounts and monitor cash level requirements
Suggest and implement improvement to relevant processes and procedures.
Assist with the annual financial and compliance audit; collect and organize records, prepare various audit schedules; perform other related audit functions, as requested.
Respond to inquiries including account research and resolution received from budget manager, agency leaders, other employees and various regulatory agencies by phone or in writing.
Reconcile electronic banking activity
Perform Accounts Payable and Cash Management duties as assigned
Assists financial management staff with other work as assigned
Represents Catholic Charities in the most positive manner with other staff, administrators, vendors, customers and the community we serve.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

13 paid holidays
12 days of vacation
12 days of sick leave per year
Health insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision insurance plans. Majority of premiums paid by Catholic Charities
Retirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment; Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions following 6 months of employment
Basic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic Charities
Flexible Spending Account eligibility following 6 months of employment
Education Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year for approved continuing education after 6 months of employment
Additional voluntary insurances including supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, long term disability, accident, and ID theft
Employee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing tools
Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment