Senior Accountant

rseden•Minneapolis, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Accountant provides support to the CFO and assists in the training of the other members of the Accounting Department. S/he is responsible for the performance of accounting functions related to accounts receivable, general ledger account reconciliation and the preparation of related financial reports. S/he must have the ability to convey a positive and professional image to clients, staff and visitors and must be able to maintain client confidentiality. S/he must be computer literate and possess good organizational and analytical skills. S/he must be able to perform duties involving light lifting, and possess an ability to sit for long periods of time.

Requirements

Associate degree in accounting with experience as accountant/bookkeeper.
Experience with a variety of computer software
Excellent research, analysis, and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent customer service and relations skills.
Ability to convey a positive and professional image.
Ability to maintain client confidentiality.
Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds with multiple problems.
Must be able to pass favorable credit and criminal history checks.
Must be able to pass a criminal history background check, and driver record screen (DMV check)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration desirable.
Experience in social service/nonprofit organization is preferable.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly program and grant billings for RS EDEN programs.
Maintain open aged receivables report and other A/R reports as needed.
Maintain accounts receivable for client rent at supportive housing programs.
Maintain list of client security deposits from supportive housing and reconcile with G/L.
Work with customers to resolve problems with outstanding accounts receivable.
Communicate with program managers regarding billing accuracy and customer information.
Reconcile outstanding accounts receivable detail with general ledger account.
Reconcile operating bank account to the general ledger.
Discuss any adjusting items with the CFO.
Work with bank as necessary to resolve questions.
Input fixed assets into FAS software and reconcile reports to the general ledger on at least a quarterly basis.
Review all assets for accuracy and completeness.
Check system calculation of depreciation expense for accuracy.
Assist with other general ledger reconciliation and preparation of schedules as needed.
Assist with audit preparation for RS EDEN and housing limited partnerships as needed.
Assist in documenting and updating of accounting process and internal control procedures to maintain accounting procedure manual.
Coordinate retention of records required monthly and at year-end.
Prepare records for long-term storage.
Assist CFO with other projects as needed.
Maintain and promote a positive, safe, harmonious, and productive work environment.
Safeguard personally identifiable health information (PHI) in accordance with duties and current agency HIPAA notification statement and standards.