Description

You can do the work you love, be your authentic self, and make an impact in the lives of thousands. We believe in a culture rooted in community, collaboration, and growth. As an agency we are inspired by our Mission of bringing hope to life, especially those most in need.

Wage:

$29.00 - $35.00 hourly

Scheduled Work Hours:

Monday - Thursday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm

Fridays, 7:30 am to 3:00 pm

Benefits

• Medical/Dental

• FSA

• 403(b) Retirement

• Additional Voluntary Benefits

• Paid Holidays

• Vacation/Sick Leave

• Education Assistance Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Longevity awards

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Controller, the Accountant will perform accounting functions including but not limited to, reconciliation of general ledger activity, preparing and posting journal entries, compiling, and preparing monthly financial statements and reports and, performing month end close functions for multiple properties.

Responsibilities:

• Will accurately reconcile multiple general ledger accounts monthly submitting them to the Assistant Controller for review and approval in a timely manner
• Maintain a schedule of accrual and pre-paid accounts that are reconciled to the general ledger monthly
• Will ensure that the accounts receivable, accounts payable subsidiary and tenant ledgers and aging reports are reconciled to the balance sheet monthly and discrepancies are researched and resolved in a timely manner
• Run monthly final trial balances by location ensuring all relevant accounts have been reconciled and have supporting documentation.
• Prepare various journal entries, including but not limited to, journal entries for account corrections, re-locations and adjustments
• Prepare financial reports, budget reports and analyses within the designated cutoff dates
• Reconcile bank accounts and monitor cash level requirements
• Suggest and implement improvement to relevant processes and procedures.
• Assist with the annual financial and compliance audit; collect and organize records, prepare various audit schedules; perform other related audit functions, as requested.
• Respond to inquiries including account research and resolution received from budget manager, agency leaders, other employees and various regulatory agencies by phone or in writing.
• Reconcile electronic banking activity
• Perform Accounts Payable and Cash Management duties as assigned
• Assists financial management staff with other work as assigned
• Represents Catholic Charities in the most positive manner with other staff, administrators, vendors, customers and the community we serve.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The following requirements are those that are normally required for the performance of this position. Any disabled applicant who does not meet one or more of the requirements, but who can perform the essential functions of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements.

Physical Requirements:

This position normally requires the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting, or performing other work requiring low physical exertion, talking, and hearing on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. These physical demands are required up to 90% of the time.

Non-Physical Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required

Experience

• 3 years of relevant experience to include Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll and or General Ledger.

Special Skills

• Knowledge and experience with computerized accounting systems, spreadsheets, database management and reporting
• Must have the ability to research, understand, and apply State and Federal laws, agencies’ requirements, rules and regulations.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge in Excel formulas and functions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Required to work in a team environment, contributing to the success and credibility of the finance office in a variety of roles
• Willingness to take on new responsibilities, improve efficiencies, solve problems, and provide backup to other accounting office staff.
• Self-motivated, adaptable to change, and detail-oriented
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required

Licensure, Registration, Certification

• Valid Driver’s License and minimum required liability insurance for WA State

Employment is conditional upon:

• Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required