Staff Accountant, Diocese of Allentown

Diocese of Allentown • Allentown, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN
Secretariat for Administration
Position Description
Job Title: Staff Accountant
FLSA: Exempt; Full-Time
Reporting Functions: Reports to Controller
Job Function: Responsible for supporting Finance Department with general accounting functions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Primary areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, financial planning & analysis, general ledger and fixed assets.
Provide support to Controller.
Responsible for all Reconciliations
Responsible for D365 Business Central alignment/reconciliation to Blackbaud/Razors Edge Stewardship platform
Responsible for Fixed Asset management.
Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting by preparing above reconciliations and recording journal entries.
Assist with the creation and implementation of new processes, systems, and procedures.
Provide backup and support to accounts receivable / invoicing processes, if needed.
Additional Tasks:
Perform additional duties and special project work as assigned.
Additional Condition of Employment:
Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church regarding matters of faith and morals, including maintaining a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in Accounting
Other Requirements:
Working knowledge of Microsoft applications – Excel, Word, Outlook, and managing electronic files
Experience working with accounting software; knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central a plus.
Good analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent communicator with the ability to work in a team environment as well as with all levels of management and non-management personnel.
Able to work independently without the benefit of close supervision.
Valid driver's license
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone. Use of hands to operate standard office equipment; with occasional reaching and lifting up to 10 pounds.
Working Conditions: Normal office environment, Full-Time. Normal Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. May be required to work on other than normal workday or weekly schedule. It is required to travel for business purposes (normally not overnight).
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume via iSolved Hire or to the following:
FAX: [phone]
OR
Diocese of Allentown
Attn: Office of Human Resources
P.O. Box F
Allentown, PA 18105-1538
EOE M/F/D/V

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in Accounting
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications – Excel, Word, Outlook, and managing electronic files
• Good analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communicator with the ability to work in a team environment as well as with all levels of management and non-management personnel.
• Able to work independently without the benefit of close supervision.
• Valid driver's license
• Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church regarding matters of faith and morals, including maintaining a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with accounting software; knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting Finance Department with general accounting functions.
• Primary areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, financial planning & analysis, general ledger and fixed assets.
• Provide support to Controller.
• Responsible for all Reconciliations
• Responsible for D365 Business Central alignment/reconciliation to Blackbaud/Razors Edge Stewardship platform
• Responsible for Fixed Asset management.
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting by preparing above reconciliations and recording journal entries.
• Assist with the creation and implementation of new processes, systems, and procedures.
• Provide backup and support to accounts receivable / invoicing processes, if needed.
• Perform additional duties and special project work as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level