Staff Accountant
Company: Employment Opportunity & Training Center of NE PA
Location: Scranton
Posted on: September 25, 2024
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Job Description:
Position Title: Staff Accountant Department: Admin - Executive
Employment Type: Full-Time Minimum Experience: Entry-level
Compensation Rate: $21.00-$23.00 Description: Job Title: Staff
AccountantLocation: Scranton, PAPosition Type: Full-timeFLSA
Status: Non-Exempt/HourlyReports to: Controller Outreach
Culture:Outreach's mission statement states, " With respect for the
individual and with the highest professional standards, Outreach -
Center for Community Resources offers a variety of programs that
promote family stability and economic self-sufficiency.". We strive
to embody this mission in our employment as well. At Outreach, you
will find an environment where you are family, and family comes
first. We are an organization with 35 years of serving the
community and are expanding our services to meet the growing needs
in our service area. Outreach Benefits:We proudly offer the
following benefits to eligible employees: Medical, dental, and
vision insurance Short term and long-term disability Life insurance
Generous paid time off (PTO) 401k plan Personal and bereavement
leave time Flexible work arrangements Staff Accountant Job Summary:
The staff accountant is responsible for supporting the
organization's program fund accounting and other accounting
procedures as assigned by the Grant Accountant or Controller. This
position is part of a team striving to implement best practices in
accordance with generally accepted standards in nonprofit
accounting.Staff Accountant Duties:Tracking in the organization's
accounting system the receipt and disbursement of program funds
monthly, quarterly, and annually as required.Preparing routine
journal entries as instructed by the accounting manager or
controller.Preparing required reports and reconciliations for the
accounting manager to be able to meet the routine reporting
requirements of various funders.Maintaining organized files for
program funds, digitally and in hard copy.Supporting the accounting
and finance team in special projects. Backing up other accounting
staff as needed to ensure continuing operations.Own various
Accounts Payable functions including reconciliation.Maintains all
required documentation for auditors and for adjusting entries upon
completion.Assist in month-end and year-end closing of the general
ledger and annual external audit.Prepares and maintains general
ledger details and accounting records for assigned program
funds.Reviews monthly balance sheets and revenues/expenditures
statements and periodically performs balance sheet account
analysis.Reviews cost and operating information to ensure
compliance with grant and contract budgets.Performs other duties as
assigned Qualifications: Education/Experience: Associate or
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or finance required.
Minimum 1-3 years' experience in accounting or bookkeeping
preferred (relevant internship and part-time experience counts).
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills. Ability to work
well with others. Computer Skills: Must have strong computer
skills, including knowledge of Excel software programs (or similar
database program). Experience with nonprofit financial software
preferred. Familiarity with Google Cloud and Sage Intacct
helpful.Staff Accountant Certificates and Licenses: Computer and
file management training, benefits, wage and hourly law compliance
knowledge helpful. Bookkeeping and accounting background necessary.
Other: Ability to work independently with little supervision;
maintains databases for tracking purposes. Prepares audit
materials; deals with auditors and financial software specialists
as required. Must have knowledge of contracts; various other duties
as assigned. Occasional local travel required. Time
Requirements:This position is a hourly position based on a
37.5-hour work week. Work Environment:Must be able to work in a
busy office environment and adapt to frequent interruptions from
other members of the accounting team and also to assist with
accounting-related questions from our program staff who work
directly in support of Outreach's mission.Staff Accountant Physical
Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel
and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand
and walk. Must be able to stoop, bend. The employee must
occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Outreach is an equal
opportunity employer.PI3ce3a5bc672f-25660-35587458
Keywords: Employment Opportunity & Training Center of NE PA, Trenton , Staff Accountant, Accounting, Auditing , Scranton, New Jersey
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