Staff Accountant

Association of Village Council Presidents•Bethel, AK

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About The Position

Summary Job Goal: Accurately process and maintain all financial records of AVCP. Utilizing established policies and procedures and assist in the overall financial management of AVCP. Performance Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Accounting or Business related fields required.
Four (4) years’ experience performing at the level of staff accountant and successfully performing the duties required as well as four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or business related fields.

Responsibilities

Responsible for working with account code structures, budgets, purchasing, encumbrances, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
Responsible for working with reconciliation of accounts, the General Ledger, and balance sheet.
Monitor the compliance and implementation of internal controls and other accounting systems.
Assist Finance with audits; reviews and reports as needed.
Create and/or execute work plans as needs are identified.
Prioritize tasks to ensure timely completion of assigned initiatives or projects.
Work with staff to develop and sustain project success.
Provide routine updates on the progress of the projects to the Comptroller.
Complete assigned specific initiatives or projects on time.
Provide recommendations for procedural improvements.
Maintains strict confidentiality of departmental information.
Other duties as assigned.