Accountant

MTC Corrections•Astoria, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Our staff also enjoy these benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance Short and long-term disability 401(k) retirement plan Paid time off and paid holidays Professional development assistance Career advancement opportunities MTC is proud to operate the Tongue Point Job Corps Center in Astoria, OR where our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving people’s lives and we want YOU to join our team!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration and one-year related experience required.
Experience with automated accounting systems, including Oracle or similar enterprise accounting software, required.
Experience with youth, strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills, and computer proficiency required.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Directly related experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements.

Responsibilities

Prepare and post routine journal entries and other accounting transactions within the Oracle financial system.
Assist the Accounting Manager in monitoring accounts payable activity to ensure accurate and timely invoice processing. Research invoice discrepancies and communicate unresolved issues for resolution.
Perform routine accounting functions, including calculating, posting, verifying, and reconciling financial transactions to maintain accurate accounting records.
Maintain accounting records and reports, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory records, and general ledger activity, in accordance with established accounting procedures.
Perform bank reconciliations, reconcile subsidiary ledgers, and assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
Prepare routine financial reports, maintain supporting documentation, and assist the Accounting Manager with financial analyses, audits, budget monitoring, and special projects as assigned.
Serve as the center's onsite timekeeper by reviewing payroll timesheets, monitoring payroll reports, and coordinating payroll corrections as needed.
Assist with student pay processing, cash receipts, Student Benefit Fund reconciliations, and bank deposits in the absence of the Accounting Clerk; assist with periodic Student Benefit Fund audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with PRH and corporate requirements.
Maintain accountability of petty cash and other assigned cash funds and reconcile cash transactions; assist with bank deposits as needed.
Assist with warehouse and medical inventory control activities, including inventory counts, reconciliation of discrepancies, and inventory documentation.
Provide professional customer service to students and staff; support and enforce center policies, including the Job Corps Zero Tolerance Policy; promote Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors and mentoring students as appropriate; maintain accountability of students and property in accordance with safety practices.