Accounting Specialist

Meta House•Milwaukee, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for supporting daily operational accounting transactions and assisting with reporting and compliance. This role plays a key part in maintaining financial integrity by handling transactions, reconciliations, and documentation in accordance with Meta House policies and accounting standards. The Specialist will report to the Accounting Manager and will support all areas of Meta House finances.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Some college or relevant work experience.
Comfort with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point)
Experience with Accounting software (SAP, PeopleSoft, Intacct)
Ability to type proficiently and perform some data entry
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Commit to the organization’s mission, vision, and guiding principles
Dedication to improving processes and systems while maintaining the integrity of financial information
All Meta House staff are required to provide proof of vaccination for MMR, Varicella, and annual flu shot.
Adherence to a non-smoking work environment.
Tolerate occasional hot or cold days.
Alternate sitting or standing for extended periods of time at will.
Lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis and 40 pounds on occasion.
Ascend and descend stairs using feet and legs.
Bend, stoop, twist, squat, and kneel to perform essential functions.
Reach overhead, and at or below shoulder level.
Read and enter text or data into a computer or other system.
Seize, hold, grasp, turn, or otherwise work with your hands.
Touch, pick, punch or otherwise work with fingers.
Hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds to communicate with clients and/or colleagues.
Express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word to impart oral information to clients or the public and convey detailed spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly.
See clearly at approximately 20 inches or less including use of computers or tablet.

Nice To Haves

Obtained or pursuing associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field.
Experience processing financial transactions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, deposits, billing, etc.
Knowledge of federal grant compliance a plus
Valid Wisconsin driver’s license preferred
Access to personal vehicle for work purposes preferred

Responsibilities

Complete day-to-day financial transactions including accounts payable/receivable, cash flow, and expense and credit card transactional reporting.
Maintain accounts payable and credit expense database (currently Bill.com) including reviewing and ensuring proper coding of vendor invoices and expenses, responsible for reporting and reconciling
Assist in budget monitoring as daily transactions occur.
Confirm general ledger coding on invoices received for payment; assist with preparation of grant budgets and monitor performance against same through reporting and tracking
Update financial policies and procedures developed by the Accounting Manager with the intent to ensure strong internal controls and regulatory compliance.
Maintain clear documentation of finance-related transactions and procedures for continuity of operations, audit readiness, and staff reference.
Look for areas with room for improved efficiency and communicate this with the Accounting Manager.
In collaboration with the Billing Team and 3rd party consultants, assist with client services billing, denials management, and any other revenue collections related activity.
This may include the preparation of invoices for different agency programs, monitoring other revenue sources, and other billing activities and tracking
Assist with month-end activities, tax filings, payroll support, and/or bank reconciliations
Other duties as assigned.