Financial Accountant

Primary purpose of the position Performs accounting & analysis for all related entities of the Agency including, but not limited to, general ledger coding, expense analysis, & budget variance research and reports. Key Performance Areas Preparing bank and investment reconciliation for the Agency and affiliates Responsible for the preparation of periodic account reconciliations for various Agency balance sheet accounts Working w/ grant and department staff on creating grant budgets, billings and reconciliations Preparing & submitting HUD annual budgets, monthly HAP vouchers, Annual REAC filings Qualifications Needed Bachelor’s Degree with major in accounting or related field OR Associate’s degree in accounting or related field plus (3) yrs. direct experience OR General business skills, sound accounting knowledge, and analytical ability are essential for this position Position Benefits Affordable health, dental, vision and life insurance Automatic Paid Time Off (PTO) 10 Paid Holidays Off Excellent Work-Life Balance 403b Retirement Plan w/ Employer Matching Contribution Paid Training w/ Experienced Supervisors Employee Discounts Opportunity for Advancement Our Full Job Description is listed below: Job Title: Financial Accountant Department: Finance Job Grade: 4 Position Summary: Performs accounting and analysis for all related entities of the Agency including, but not limited to, general ledger coding, expense analysis, and budget variance research and reports. Prepares bank and investment reconciliation for the Agency and affiliates. Reporting Relationship: Works under the direct supervision of the Financial Analyst Coordinator Job Duties and Responsibilities: Performs various accounting functions for agency’s related entities; including but not limited to account reconciliations, budgets, and prepaids. Responsible for preparation of periodic account reconciliations for various Agency balance sheet accounts, including but not limited to bank accounts, investment accounts, and inter-company accounts. Reviews and formats payroll reports to meet management, funding source, and accounting software specifications. Works with the payroll department to ensure accurate and timely entry into the accounting software and reconcile payroll activity with bank activity. Prepares and participates in annual audit schedules for Agency’s related entities and for the Agency as requested. Responsible for monitoring projects/fixed assets accounts to ensure timely entry into the Fixed Asset module and accounting software. Maintains reconciliation schedules and completes monthly depreciation entries. Performs financial expense analysis and investigation. Responsible for completing monthly bank reconciliation for all agency accounts and affiliates. Assists Senior Financial Analyst and Financial Analyst with budget and CFR preparation. Maintains prepaid schedules Manages mileage reports and employee reimbursements Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications and Education Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or another related field with one year of experience/internship. OR Associate’s Degree in Accounting or another related field with three years direct experience. General business skill, sound accounting knowledge, and analytical ability are essential for this position. Knowledge of financial accounting and record keeping practices; knowledge of accounting terminology, procedures and equipment; ability to follow oral and written directions and accurately prepare correspondence, reports and other materials from general directions; good judgment in financial record keeping procedures; ability to maintain confidentiality of records Agency Principles: All Arc Erie County staff members will assure and demonstrate the promotion of fundamental rights and protections for the people that we support. These include practices that treat people with dignity and respect at all times, ensure safety, best possible health/well-being and provide the person with continuity and personal security through the use of natural supports, positive relationships and opportunities for integration in the community. Staff members should also advocate and work toward assisting the people we support through person-centered planning to achieve the personal outcome goals that they have chosen by facilitating the plans and positive supports necessary to assist the person in progressing toward each outcome. Demonstrates the agency values of integrity, respect, responsibility, trust, teamwork, positive attitude, learning and honesty in working with students (persons), families, colleagues and members of our community. Good attendance is vital for the efficient and effective operation of quality programming and is an essential job function of this position. Essential Job Functions: Physical demands and Exposure Risk outlined on attached form (A) Mental Requirements: The ability to read, write, analyze, be perceptive/comprehensive, show good judgment, have good math &, decision making skills, independent action, planning & prioritizing and follow directions. Work independently as well as cooperatively with others. Be approachable, enthusiastic, personable, work under pressure and meet job-related deadlines accordingly. Human Relations Skills: The ability to communicate with individuals in a positive manner, demonstrate the ability to be a leader and serve as an appropriate role model to staff members. Receive supervision instruction in a positive manner. Adhere to and administer Agency’s policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times. Equipment Operation: The ability to operate business equipment; telephones, fax machines, computer hardware and software, including applications and programming, copiers, calculators, etc.