What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Southern Tier Network, Inc?
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to manage and oversee all financial aspects of our organization. This individual will be responsible for bookkeeping, financial reporting, audit preparation, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate is a proactive, organized professional who is comfortable working independently and collaboratively with senior leadership.
Key Responsibilities
1. Bookkeeping & Accounting
- Record incoming revenue and process outgoing payments to vendors
- Prepare and distribute monthly vendor invoices
- Develop monthly payable schedules for board and committee review
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations
- Manage receivables and generate monthly aging reports
- Monitor and track the release of restricted funds
2. Financial Reporting & Budgeting
- Prepare and analyze budget vs. actual reports
- Produce quarterly financial statements including Income & Expense reports and Balance Sheets
- Create custom financial reports for board and committee meetings
- Maintain and report on all cash, investments, and budget performance metrics
3. Audit Support
- Compile year-end financial reports including balance sheets, income, expenses, and funds flow
- Coordinate and support external audit processes
4. Regulatory & Grant Reporting
- Assist with grant reporting to state and federal agencies for STN grant projects
- Generate quarterly and annual grant reimbursement reports with supporting documentation
5. Operational & Administrative Support
- Provide ongoing email and phone support related to STN vendors
- Offer guidance to improve internal control procedures
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Additional Duties
- Manage ACH transactions (incoming and outgoing)
- Maintain vendor relations and ensure receipt of insurance documents
- Enter customer contract data into internal databases
- Oversee accounts receivable/payable processes and invoice organization
- Reconcile organizational credit card transactions
- Coordinate annual and ongoing insurance documentation with insurance providers
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
- 5 years of experience in nonprofit or small-business accounting
- Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
How to Apply
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to Jeff Gasper at jgasper@southerntiernetwork.org.