What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Westmoreland Community Action?
Description
This position is responsible for supporting the fiscal department by participating in various areas of accounting, including the monthly financial close, assist in assembling data needed for the annual fiscal audit, prepare and analyze monthly financial statements for appropriate programs, prepare monthly, quarterly and annual invoices as required by funding sources (see list at end of description). This position requires the ability to be flexible, detail oriented and work across various WCA departments, while meeting internal and external reporting and analysis needs.
Responsibilities
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, REQUIREMENTS AND/OR SKILLS
This position is responsible for supporting the fiscal department by participating in various areas of accounting, including the monthly financial close, assist in assembling data needed for the annual fiscal audit, prepare and analyze monthly financial statements for appropriate programs, prepare monthly, quarterly and annual invoices as required by funding sources (see list at end of description). This position requires the ability to be flexible, detail oriented and work across various WCA departments, while meeting internal and external reporting and analysis needs.
Responsibilities
- Monthly journal entries for cash receipts, allocations, payroll, health insurance & pension, inter-program transactions and other entries as needed.
- Works closely with program representatives to assess budgeted spending and other concerns as they arise.
- Maintains the General Ledger.
- Maintains agency compliance with funding source cash requirements through effective coordination with contacts at funding sources.
- Maintains detail of each program’s monthly Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
- Maintains working knowledge of all positions within the Fiscal Department. Fills in for/backs up other personnel as needed during absences, i.e., vacations, illnesses, extended leave, and assist in all phases of the Fiscal Department as required by the Chief Financial Officer.
- Responsible for operations of the Fiscal Department in the event of the absence of the Chief Financial Officer.
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations, regarding accessing Protected Health Information, according to the Table of Access contained in the HIPAA Policy and Procedure Manual. Employees access is on a “need to know” basis.
- All other job-related duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, REQUIREMENTS AND/OR SKILLS
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with emphasis in Accounting or any equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field with 1-3 years detailed accounting experience.
- Must have computer experience preferably with Microsoft Office, QuickBooks or other accounting software.
- Ability to work closely with all levels of management.
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
- Valid PA drivers license and car insurance as mandated by the Agency.