Accountant

Greater Birmingham Humane Society Inc•Birmingham, AL

6d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant supports the Finance Office with a primary focus on the accounts receivable function, including the receipt, coding, and reconciliation of all incoming revenue and donor gifts. The role also provides general accounting and administrative support as assigned. The position requires an understanding of the nonprofit field, working knowledge of bookkeeping procedures and computer applications, and the ability to quickly learn new systems and operate in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting or bookkeeping experience.
Working knowledge of accounting and payroll systems and their typical functions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to interact professionally with stakeholders and exercise good judgment.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Strong problem-solving skills and a high degree of accountability and accuracy.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Commitment to the GBHS mission and values.
Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of the nonprofit field.

Responsibilities

Receives, records, and enters all accounts receivable and deposits.
Prepares daily deposit reports, verifying accuracy and proper coding of revenue and department codes.
Enters deposits into Regions OnePass, Blackbaud Financial Edge/NXT, and Excel external reports.
Performs reconciliation between Development and Finance to ensure the accuracy and completeness of donor gift and revenue records.
Assists in donor stewardship by helping generate timely and accurate acknowledgment letters.
Maintains organized AR records and a retention schedule for related documents.
Prepares and electronically files monthly sales tax reports with appropriate tax jurisdictions and maintains sales tax exemption vendor files.
Assists with the accounts payable workflow by entering and reviewing invoice data for accurate coding.
Facilitates the distribution and collection of receipts and the entry of credit card statements.
Assists with the annual audit, gathering paperwork as directed by the CFO or auditors.
Assists with the annual budget process and other financial reporting needs.
Performs additional duties and special projects as assigned.
Assists in developing and implementing new procedures and practices.
Produces procedure manuals, process documentation, and staff training materials as needed.
Provides administrative and on-site support for events and campaigns.
Assists with monthly census reports and provides general office support.
Maintains current knowledge of GBHS and communicates information accurately to the public.