Description

Position Description:

Position: Accountant

Status: Hourly/Non-exempt

I. General Description:

Under general supervision of the Vice President of Administrative Services, responsible for maintaining financial databases, preparing financial reports, and assisting Controller as needed

II. Reporting Relationships:

This position reports directly to the Controller.

III. Qualifications (required at time of offer):

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration (with a concentration in Accounting) or other finance related bachelor's degree with a minimum of 3 years accounting experience.
2. Exemplary knowledge of generally accepted financial and accounting principles for nonprofit organizations.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills.
4. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
5. Prior experience with Microsoft Office and related applications
6. Prior data entry and spreadsheet experience.
7. Able to work a flexible schedule, with “regular” business hours set by the Agency.
8. Satisfaction of all employment eligibility and Agency hiring requirements.

1. Responsibilities (illustrative and not intended as inclusive; specific responsibilities may vary):
2. Ensures accurate, professional, and timely completion of all accounting reports, account analysis, cost allocation schedules and postings to the general ledger following generally accepted accounting principles and as required by government funding sources.
3. Assists in the preparation and monitoring of projected program budgets, ensuring compliance with financial, auditing, and contractual guidelines.
4. Assists in the development of Agency accounting and financial procedures.
5. Prepares information necessary for and assists with the annual audit.
6. Provides training and consultation to the Agency’s directors and supervisors on budgetary strategies and concerns as required. 
7. Reviews all invoices and disbursements for accuracy, appropriate approvals, and proper coding.
8. Maintains a detailed fixed asset inventory of all Agency furniture and equipment.
9. Performs other Agency-related duties as assigned.

V. Core Responsibilities (required of all Agency employees):

1. Promotes a positive working environment within the Agency.
2. Maintains professional and respectful demeanor with Agency employees, consumers, visitors, and the public.
3. Actively participates in training, staff meetings, and Agency activities as required.
4. Participates in special projects or additional assignments as required.
5. Complies with the Agency’s Employment Policies & Procedures and Standards of Conduct.
6. Maintains as confidential all matters related to Agency affairs and refrains from internal and external discussions related to any employee, consumer, financial, or administrative issue except as required as part of job performance.

Terms of Employment:

Salary and workweek to be established in accordance with Ennis Center policies and procedures.

Agreement:

I, _____________________________________________, have received a copy of and have read this position description and understand that it does not constitute an express or implied contract of employment. I understand that a copy of this position description and acknowledgment will be kept in my personnel file.

I understand and agree that my employment with Ennis Center is at-will employment and that either Ennis Center or I may terminate my employment, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time.

In consideration for my employment, I agree to conform to the rules and regulations of Ennis Center. I understand and agree to perform and to be held accountable for the above responsibilities. I understand that Ennis Center reserves the right to revise or change position responsibilities as the need arises.

I further understand and agree that my status as an at-will employee can be modified only by an explicit written agreement signed by both myself and the Agency President that is approved by the Board of Directors. I understand that no supervisor, administrator, or other representative of Ennis Center has any authority to enter into any agreement for employment or for any specific period of time, or to make any agreement contrary to the foregoing.

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Employee Signature Date

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Witness Signature Date

Position Description Approved by:

Position Description Approval date:

Terms of Employment:

Salary and workweek to be established in accordance with Ennis Center policies and procedures.

Agreement:

I, _____________________________________________, have received a copy of and have read this position description and understand that it does not constitute an express or implied contract of employment. I understand that a copy of this position description and acknowledgment will be kept in my personnel file.

I understand and agree that my employment with Ennis Center is at-will employment and that either Ennis Center or I may terminate my employment, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time.

In consideration for my employment, I agree to conform to the rules and regulations of Ennis Center. I understand and agree to perform and to be held accountable for the above responsibilities. I understand that Ennis Center reserves the right to revise or change position responsibilities as the need arises.

I further understand and agree that my status as an at-will employee can be modified only by an explicit written agreement signed by both myself and the Agency President that is approved by the Board of Directors. I understand that no supervisor, administrator, or other representative of Ennis Center has any authority to enter into any agreement for employment or for any specific period of time, or to make any agreement contrary to the foregoing.

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Employee Signature Date

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Witness Signature Date

Position Description Approved by:

Position Description Approval date: