Description

Bella Vista Property Owners Association

Human Resources Job Description

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Department: Accounting

Reports to: Accounting Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Rating: Normal

Prepared Date: 02-11-16 (Revised 10/20/2022)

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

This position supports the organization's mission and values by exhibiting behaviors such as professionalism, collaboration, innovation, respect for others, accountability, ownership, excellent customer service and commitment to our community.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Staff Accountant is responsible for applying principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports. Performs related work as required. May require independent judgment in the disposition of routine matters without direct supervision. Will work under the direct supervision of the Accounting Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides support for the department. In addition to other duties as assigned, will compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions. Will monitor compliance with POA procedures with generally accepted accounting principles. This specific position will also manage Accounts Payable including 1099’s and supervise AP Specialists.

EXAMPLES OF WORK (Illustrative Only)

• Inventories physical counts for Golf Maintenance; five pro shops; two recreation centers; Vehicle Maintenance; Office Services; and monthly adjust entries to balance counts with the general ledger. Investigate any significant long/short for all inventories including fuel and unusual percentages for pro shop cost of goods.
• Compile and post month-end journal entries
• Reconciles assigned balance sheet accounts 
• Property tax assessment
• Manage AP and Positive Pay issues
• Assists Accounting Manager and Treasurer as needed

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Yes

QUALIFICATIONS

Work requires continual attention to details. Must exhibit excellence in Customer Service with all customers. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit.
2. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
3. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
4. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
5. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
6. Specific required movements include the following: trunk-bend, twist, rotate, push, pull, and carry, arm’s reach and leg-lifts.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, the air clean, and generally void of pollutants, the lighting and temperature at comfortable office environment levels.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate. Within this position, may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the organization's services (may include: visitors, employees, or others).

Bella Vista POA is an E.O.E.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Must have a Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university, with a major in Accounting or Finance; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Accounts Payable experience is preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None