The Howard County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA) is seeking a self-motivated and detail-oriented individual to support its finance and accounting function. This individual will join an elite team that specializes in providing exemplary support and service to the Howard County business community. In this role, the individual will work with the Controller in ensuring integrity of financial information and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), company policy, and contractual relationships. The individual will have the opportunity to experience the full
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 

• Process accounts payable.
• Process accounts receivables.
• Support some Human Resources procedures.
• Perform monthly bank account and credit card statement reconciliations.
• Maintain and record fixed assets and depreciation.
• Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Record and document company financial transactions.
• Prepare journal entries as needed.
• Assist with month-end close process and financial statement preparation.
• Assist in preparation of regular reports about the organization’s finances, including budget, debts, deficits, expenditures, and revenue.
• Follow established processes and procedures, and recommend improvements and efficiencies thereof.
• Assist with annual audits.
• Utilize database management systems to maintain up-to-date record keeping of financial documents.
• Communicate with other departments for approvals, clarity, and information exchange.
• Other related duties as needed and as time permits.

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:

• Well-organized with keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with demonstrated ability to communicate with clients in a variety of ways.
• Team-oriented.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable with learning new systems and technologies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree in Finance or Accounting or a related field of study.
• Minimum of three (3) years of Finance or Accounting or related experience.
• Working knowledge of GAAP.
• Experience with accounting software.
• Knowledge of payroll processing.
• Knowledgeable of the principles and practices of internal controls.
• Exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to demonstrate strong communication, organizations, time management, writing, mathematic, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service orientation for internal customers.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, professionalism, and willingness to work as a team.
• Ability to prioritize workload, handle pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting or related field. 
• Experience processing payroll.
• Experience with ADP WFN.
• Microsoft Great Plains experience.
• Salesforce Knowledge. 
• GASB experience. 

TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates should send resumes, cover letter and salary expectations to the attention of Ms. Laura Just at EDAJobs@hceda.org No phone calls please.