Senior Accountant (Tucson)

Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona Inc•Tucson, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona, Inc. (CCS) is seeking a Senior Accountant to apply accounting principles to prepare financial reports, analyze financial data, and ensure financial compliance. This role maintains and executes a variety of financial procedures, including month-end and year-end general ledger closings and balance sheet account reconciliations. The Senior Accountant plays a key role in major annual audits. This position may be stressful at times, requiring a high demand for performance, including setting priorities, meeting deadlines, and improving processes. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in accounting
Five or more years of directly related experience
Proven proficiency in accounting, accounting software, and Microsoft Excel
Proven ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks/assignments and meet deadlines
Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail
Proven strong oral and written communication skills that are clear, concise, and organized using appropriate style, grammar, and tone
Proven record of excellent customer service and teamwork
Must be at least 18 years of age
Valid driver license, proof of insurance, and 39-month motor vehicle report
Ability to obtain and maintain Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card and FBI National Criminal Records History Report (employer paid)
Pass pre-employment drug screen (includes marijuana, regardless of recreational use laws) (employer paid)

Nice To Haves

Seven or more years of directly related experience with government funding, or three or more years in public accounting
Experience with Financial Edge Accounting System
Proficient knowledge of Uniform Guidance compliance

Responsibilities

Follows Catholic Community Services established accounting policy and procedures.
Reconciles assigned balance sheet, revenue and expense accounts in accordance with the organization's accounting policy and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Prepares and maintains sub-ledgers; reconciles sub-ledgers monthly to the general ledger, including researching and resolving differences.
Initiates and processes journal entries into the general ledger.
Maintains financial procedures and confirms financial compliance.
Prepares and posts monthly expense allocations.
Prepares and posts payroll and payroll-related expenses, including reclassifying entries.
Prepares and maintains schedules and documentation for external auditors.
Provides customer service, including answering accounting questions, researching financial information, and interpreting financial data.
Uses accounting software to process, record, and report accounting data.
Prepares government grant billing as needed to support the business office team.
Prepares monthly financial reports for various agencies.
Exercises professional judgment and assumes responsibility for decisions.
Protects the organization's value by keeping confidential information.
May drive personal or agency vehicle on company business.