General Ledger Accountant

Jonathan's Place•Garland/Dallas, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Jonathan's Place, established in May 1991, provides a safe, loving home and specialized services to children who have been victims of abuse, abandonment or neglect. This position is responsible for accounting, financial reporting and analysis, for government grants, including cost reimbursement and/or fee for service contracts. The General Ledger Accountant is responsible for accounting, financial reporting, and analysis.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting or related field.
3-5 years of recent and relevant work experience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to speak with self- confidence.
Ability to produce professional correspondence and presentations.
Ability to identify and plan long- and short-term goals.
Demonstrate knowledge of computer programs and databases including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Must maintain a current drivers’ license and favorable driving record as condition of employment.
Must provide proof of current vehicle insurance.
Applicant must pass a criminal history background check, pre-employment drug screen, and TB test.
An FBI Fingerprint test will also be part of the process.
A current Texas driver's license and Texas Liability Insurance card are also required.

Nice To Haves

Nonprofit accounting experience a plus.
Familiarity with Financial Edge NXT a plus.
Demonstrates familiarity with 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance for Federal Awards and Uniform Grant Management Standards (UGMS).

Responsibilities

Ensure grant-related services are recorded and tracked appropriately in accounting systems. Maintain all supporting documentation.
Update and maintain grant management model for accounting, management reporting, and audit purposes. Reconcile to General Ledger.
Evaluate eligibility for reimbursement based on contract terms and approved budgets.
Prepare and submit requests for reimbursement per grantor’s published schedule.
Prepare management reports and participate in grant reviews per established schedule.
Participate in grant applications, budget revisions, and program audits as needed.
Monitor fee-for-service activity, report and resolve discrepancies.
Ensure transactions are recorded accurately in the general ledger.
Prepare management reports and related analysis by established deadlines.
Prepare and enter biweekly payroll journal entries.
Prepare and enter closing journal entries into accounting system, including but not limited to Subledgers: post payables, receivables, and gifts to General Ledger; Recurring costs for rent, bank fees, and merchant fees; Investment account activity; Depreciation of fixed assets; Prepaid expenses; Restricted assets.
Reconcile GL accounts and bank reconciliation as assigned, review with CFO.
Assist with preparation of monthly financial package.
Prepare and distribute management reports (departmental budget versus actual reports).
Maintain records for audit.
Assist with year-end duties, including preparing and recording accruals.
Document processes (desk procedures).
Crosstrain with departmental staff on all primary functions.
Other duties may be assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.