Junior Accountant

Catholic Diocese of Wilmington•Wilmington, DE

just now•Onsite

About The Position

This on-site position is located in Wilmington, Delaware. The Catholic Diocese of Wilmington is seeking a Junior Accountant who will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting, recording deposits, monitoring bank accounts, reconciling bank statements, and preparing and recording accounting transactions for Catholic Charities and the Diocese of Wilmington. The schedule for this full-time position is Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, but may require occasional days or times outside the normal work schedule, as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
An aptitude for mathematics with the ability to analyze, compare and interpret facts and figures quickly.
Intermediate knowledge of accounting procedures/systems/reports.
Strong knowledge of computers and their applications such as basic accounting software and Microsoft Office.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities while meeting deadlines, in an extremely busy Finance Office
Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate results both verbally and in writing.
Detail oriented with ability to check/verify own work.
Ability to build trust and rapport with individuals from diverse cultural, socio-economic, and ethnic backgrounds,
Ability to safeguard access to confidential, or sensitive, information, and data.
Willingness to consent to a satisfactory criminal background check and drug screen in accordance with applicable laws.
Commitment to the mission and values of the Diocese of Wilmington.

Responsibilities

Reconcile bank accounts daily and monthly to ensure all deposits, withdrawals, and transactions are accurately recorded and supported.
Assist with month-end close activities, including reconciliations, account analysis, and preparation of supporting documentation.
Prepare and assist with journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments, while analyzing balance sheet and general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness.
Develop an understanding of organizational and departmental budgets to ensure accounting entries, deposits, and expenses align with budget expectations.
Research and provide financial data, reports, and supporting documentation requested by Program Managers, auditors, and other departments.
Analyze expense accruals to ensure expenses are recorded to the appropriate accounts and cost centers and prepare related accounting entries with supporting documentation.
Collaborate with Diocesan development and other departments to monitor and properly allocate deposits to the appropriate accounts and departments.
Research, identify, and assist in resolving accounts payable and receivable discrepancies and outstanding issues.
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to resolve payment, billing, and account discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.