Accountant I

Accountant I

I._Summary:

Performs accounting work involving the preparation, review, processing, reconciliation and maintenance of financial documents for the purpose of reporting accounting data in the general ledger. Provides financial analysis as requested. Provides monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting as required by state and federal regulations.

II._Authority:

Works independently and with all T-HRHA staff, clients and vendors. Reports directly to the Finance Director and under general supervision of Controller.

III. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monthly reconciliations of accounts receivable subledgers to general ledgers
• Maintain monthly schedules of balance sheet accounts
• Performs bank reconciliations
• Prepare and/or post general ledger journal entries to reclassify expenses or record transactions.
• Records Retention Coordinator
• Maintains schedule of notes payable and receivable
• Work with the Procurement Specialist to reconcile inventory
• Assist with audit preparation
• Staff support – assists Accounting Specialists in processing payroll, vendor payments, and other activities as needed. Work with the Grant and other Accountants in the maintenance of records related to their duties and responsibilities.
• Other – Additional accounting duties may be assigned from time to time depending on the needs of the housing authority and or finance department.

IV. Required knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Knowledge of accounting and computer systems
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and reporting
• Proficient with Excel
• Experience with fund accounting

V. Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED. Three years of accounting experience required or bachelor’s degree in accounting may substitute for accounting experience.

Non-exempt

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Pay (Grade 12): $30.84 - $40.09per hour/$60,135 - $78,174 annually DOE 
• Comprehensive Health Benefits, including medical and pharmacy coverage, plus dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement Program including Alaska PERS participation starting at the date of hire. 
• Optional Supplemental Coverage, including AFLAC voluntary plans, Flex Spending Accounts (FSA), Dependent Care Account (DCA), and 403(b) retirement savings options. 
• Paid Time Off (PTO) with increased accrual based on years of service
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities including paid job-related training, seminars, and educational assistance for approved programs. 

HIRING PROCESS

Candidates will undergo panel interviews, background checks, and reference checks. THRHA is a drug-free workplace, and selected applicants will be subject to drug testing.