Staff Accountant

Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation•Medora, ND

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Summary/Objective The Staff Accountant will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organizations assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities. Duties/Responsibilities Perform general accounting and other related duties for the organization. Assist in the preparation of monthly balance sheets and profit and loss statements. Maintain general ledger. Reconcile accounts and assist in closing the monthly books. Assist in recording vendor bills in the accounting system. Assist the Payroll Specialist (or equivalent) with the payroll process. Reconcile bank accounts at least monthly, verify deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks. Record and reconcile customer accounts and other financial accounts; manage accounts receivable collections. Provide outside auditor with assistance; gather necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit. File tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies. Maintain knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures. Take part in accounting department weekend coverage of the daily duties as needed from May – September. Perform other related duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Assist the Senior Staff Accountant in overseeing the accounting interns. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Knowledge of general financial accounting.
Understanding the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
Ability to correctly prepare sales tax reports.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding TRMF information, guests, and staff.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field required.
At least three years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

Perform general accounting and other related duties for the organization.
Assist in the preparation of monthly balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
Maintain general ledger.
Reconcile accounts and assist in closing the monthly books.
Assist in recording vendor bills in the accounting system.
Assist the Payroll Specialist (or equivalent) with the payroll process.
Reconcile bank accounts at least monthly, verify deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
Record and reconcile customer accounts and other financial accounts; manage accounts receivable collections.
Provide outside auditor with assistance; gather necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.
File tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.
Maintain knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
Take part in accounting department weekend coverage of the daily duties as needed from May – September.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Assist the Senior Staff Accountant in overseeing the accounting interns.