Accounting Generalist

Mid-Continent Public Library • Independence, MO

19h • $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Generalist performs bookkeeping and accounting support functions in accordance with established accounting principles, internal controls, and organizational policies to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.

Requirements

• 3 years’ clerical or bookkeeping experience using applicable office productivity software in a professional office environment - Required
• Associate degree or higher with coursework in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Finance OR Professional certification in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Finance – Required
• Ability to use effective verbal, written, and discreet communication with management, co-workers, and the public.
• Knowledge of department processes and procedures and critical thinking skills to make decisions pertaining to the position.
• Proficiency in providing friendly and solution-oriented customer service attitude and delivery with internal and external customers.
• Fundamental understanding of their own contribution to a welcoming and respectful workplace and library for all.
• Strong ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team and independently.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible with scheduling.
• Intermediate communication skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing needs.
• Intermediate knowledge of MCPL procedures and functions to assist specialists with financial related tasks
• Demonstrates proficiency in understanding, implementing and explaining library finance related procedures and policies
• Intermediate knowledge to discern areas that may require additional focus and proactively adjust in workflow
• Intermediate knowledge of Teams, Microsoft office 365 applications including Word, Outlook, Excel and Teams
• Intermediate ability to create and maintain Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint, and other MS Office programs
• Intermediate verbal, written and confidential communication skills with management, coworkers, and the public
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding employee, vendor, and financial information
• Ability to effectively communicate at an intermediate level on the phone, in person, virtually, and via email, with both internal and external customers
• Intermediate knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping
• Demonstrates proficiency in understanding and adhering to accounting standards and guidelines
• Ability to effectively maintain financial records and reporting
• Intermediate knowledge of the importance of Teamwork and collaboration within departments
• Demonstrates proficiency in the ability to maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to follow directions from multiple sources while maintaining collaborative relationships within the Finance team, as well as others system-wide
• Demonstrates mature judgment and sound decision-making skills
• Ability to modify workflows depending on daily demands, obligations, and tasks
• Demonstrates intermediate customer service skills through professional and collaborative interactions within the Finance team, coworkers and the public
• Ability to adapt to changing deadlines, workflows, and tasks assigned while maintaining a polite, professional and collaborative demeanor
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

• Performs bank and purchasing card reconciliations
• Monitors accounts payable invoice approvals in financial software and assists with excess volume as well as communication with internal departments
• Manages the Organization’s Fleet Card Account
• Processes new vendor applications and updates vendor records as needed
• Utility Statement tracking and reconciliation for all locations
• Asset entry as needed
• Assist with 1099 Preparation annually
• Assists internal departments with applicable reporting needs
• Complies with Organization’s procedures to ensure compliance with internal controls as well as GAAP and GASB standards
• Opens and distributes mail, manages Finance’s general delivery email account
• Serves as backup for accounts receivable functions as needed
• Serves as backup for accounts payable functions as needed
• Identifies, communicates and assists with opportunities for process improvement and implementation
• Assist Accounting Manager with training of staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree