Accounting Specialist

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin, Inc.•North Chicago, IL

7h•$51,200 - $76,975•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for performing various accounting functions, including verifying cash, credit/debit card payments and meal calculations, compiling, and posting financial documents and reconciling invoices. Will also provide oversight to accounting technicians on process and data accuracy validation. This role implements strategies to achieve the goals for the organization and Great Lakes procurement and accounting support, sustaining policies, procedures, and programs. Typically works on projects and tasks that span 3-12 months.

Requirements

Two years of college education or experience equivalency, and a minimum of 1 year experience. 3 years of experience or more preferred.
Valid Real ID driver’s license and automobile required.
Strong analytical, accuracy, efficiency, and solution-oriented skills.
Must be a US Citizen, as defined by US Navy security guidelines.
Required to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) within 90 days of date of hire, pursuant to US Navy security guidelines. Inability to obtain CAC card may result in removal and/or termination from position.

Responsibilities

Responsible for collection of Food Procurement documents and meal payments from assigned Galleys, including accurate cash handling skills and bank deposits.
Responsible for accurate posting/data entry of Food Procurement documents for assigned Galleys using Excel Spreadsheets.
Responsible for accurate compilation of data to produce financial statements in accordance with Goodwill and Navy contract.
Responsible for verifying and compiling Uniform Replacement information, Employee Meal Deduction and submitting weekly spreadsheets and documents for payroll deductions.
Accurate invoice processing including coding and posting all invoices using Solomon Accounting system. Responsible for reconciling vendor statements to ensure all invoices have been received, posted and properly applied.
Primary support and technical expert for Host App. Coordinate Galley Cashier Training by ensuring all Accounting Techs are accurately trained and assigning the training schedule.
Support the 365-day food service reporting process, tri-monthly billing packet, and A/R invoicing prior to audit by the Navy customer. Includes oversight of training for Account Technicians in proper procedures and protocol.
Accurate entry into the government’s Wide Area Work Flow system for payment, per the contract specifications.
Project and Change Management: Effectively plans and manages own work to reliably complete routine job responsibilities and special assignments. Periodically serves as a team member or subject matter expert on formal or department projects. Effectively engages in change affecting her/him, communicating appropriately with supervisor. Follows through on learning, skill building, and practice necessary to adapt to change.
Problem Solving: General supervision, regular review of work by manager or senior coworker. May be paired with senior team member for development purposes. Uses skills to solve problems of routine complexity; able to identify root cause, interpret data, and resolve issues.
Technical Skills: Fundamental knowledge of professional principles and skills. Works in compliance with established procedures.
Community Engagement: Serves as an ambassador for Goodwill in the wider community. Participates in volunteer opportunities as schedules and interest permit.
Responsible for completing other duties/responsibilities as assigned.