What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant - Accounts Payable position at Blue Mountain Action Council?
Salary: Starting salary $25.76REPORTS TO: CFOSUPERVISES:N/APOSITION TYPE:Full-time, nonexemptSCHEDULE:Up to 40 hours/weekThis position is open until filled. We accept and review applications on a rolling basis, with priority given to applications received by 8 a.m. on Thursday, December 18, 2025.BENEFITS: Medical/Vision Dental Insurance: The following individuals qualify for BMAC's group insurance plans: Regular, full-time employees working 30-40 hours per week receive full benefits Qualifying dependents: Spouse/legal domestic partner and any dependent children 26 years or younger Life Insurance Short/Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program 401(k) Retirement Plan: Eligibility begins in the first month after hire date. Vesting rules apply. Paid Time Off (PTO): Employees begin accruing PTO the first day of employment as detailed below Employees with 0-5 Years of Service = accrue 0.075 hours per hour worked Employees with 5 Years of Service = accrue 0.0875 hours per hour worked Employees with 10 Years of Service = accrue 0.10 hours per hour worked FlexibleTime Off (FTO): Available based on regularly scheduled work hours. Holidays: 12 paid holidays Other Paid Leave Voting Leave as needed upon request Bereavement Leave up to 4 days to eligible employees Jury Duty Leave up to 4 weeks over any 1-year period Workers Compensation: Comprehensive insurance provideJOB SUMMARY: The position provides general fiscal support to the CFO. The person in this position will assist with maintaining accurate accounting records for the organization. It includes specific responsibilities for accounts payable, processing purchase orders, and paying invoices along with all associated record-keeping functions. The position involves a large amount of data entry.OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Includes, but is not limited to: Accounts Payable:Monitor billings and purchase orders for accuracy and receipt of all items.Process Accounts Payable payments.Distribution of accounts payable, attach check stub with backup and file appropriately.Monthly reconciliation of all general ledger accounts and reports associated with accounts payable.Monthly reconcile vendor statements to accounting module.Purchasing:Maintain vendor files, paid check files, and other files related to payments and cash disbursements.Review and/or process purchase orders accurately in accordance with Chart of Accounts and GAAP standards.Other Fiscal/Administrative duties:Work with Program Directors to ensure that all employees are properly trained on purchase order system.Crosstrain and assist with Payroll & Benefits as neededAssist with reconciling asset and liability accounts as needed or assigned.Assisting the CFO with backup documentation for grant invoicesPerform other fiscal/administrative/program support duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS:Education & ExperienceRelevant experience and/or education may be substituted for either education or work history. Associate degree in Accounting or BusinessThree (3) years of accounting experience; experience in accounts payable preferred.Recent experience and/or education with accounting software.Must be bondable.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesStrong commitment to BMACs mission of collaborating with our partners to equitably deliver services and support to our neighbors experiencing poverty and to our values: accountability for our actions and services; dignity for all we serve; honoring diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work; and upholding a spirit of service.Demonstrated extensive knowledge of accounts payable preparation and procedures.Excelling customer service orientation to promptly identify and resolve accounting issues.Strong organizational skills, with a demonstrated ability to prioritize, pay attention to details, manage and complete multiple projects.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong computer knowledge, skills, and ability, or the ability to learn.Proficient with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Share Point.Proficient with accounting software.Proficient with QuickBooks program.Functional knowledge and understanding of accounting principles.Accuracy in computation and recordkeeping.Ability to work in a fast-paced office environment, managing a high call volume, with frequent interruptions and occasional crisis situations.Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.CertificationsMust be bondable.WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in an office environment with frequent interruptions. Some travel (primarily local) is required for meetings and other duties.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions.Prolonged sedentary periods at desk and working on a computer. Occasional moving up to 20 lbs. Must be able to hear, speak, write and read in English.NOTE: This is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of BMAC are expected to perform tasks as assigned by supervisory/ management personnel, regardless of job title or routine job duties.
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