What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Accountant position at Ar. Development Finance Authority?
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Arkansas Development Finance Authority, ADFA, is accepting applications for the position of Financial Accountant. This is a full-time position.
JOB SUMMARY: The Financial Accountant works under general direction of the Assistant Controller. Performs monthly bookkeeping/accounting functions and Financial Statement review. Processes accounts payable and cash disbursements for multiple checking accounts and bond funds and performs daily administrative duties. including record retention. Other duties include, but not limited to, maintaining general ledger and trust accounts, as well as preparing various reports and reconciliations.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Processes accounts payable and checks (cash disbursements) for multiple accounts, including scanning.
Reviews monthly financial statements and associated reports for assigned programs.
Reconciles assigned general ledger accounts and records appropriate related journal entries.
Reconciles trust accounts.
Prepare various reports and reconciliations that provide information that assist management with internal reviews, reports for the Board of Directors and/or audit reports, which may include but not limited to: daily and/or weekly balance report, audit schedules, collateral reports, investment interest quarterly reports and various confirmations.
Scans/saves records for paperless retention purposes for the department.
Special Requirements: Proficiency in computerized accounting systems and Microsoft Office. Ability to multi-task. Ability to work and communicate effectively with others, internal and external. Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting. Ability to develop and maintain manual or computerized accounting systems.
Minimum Requirements: The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field; plus, two years of experience in a support function related to accounting.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- financial accounting: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person