Accountant

Description

POSITION TITLE: Accountant

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Controller

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: N/A

POSITION OVERVIEW: This position maintains key responsibility for financial and fiscal management aspects of agency operations for 11 legal entities. This is a ‘hands-on’ position with duties ranging from accounts payable and accounting clerk functions up to working with the controller in the administrative, accounting, and budgeting efforts of the organization.  

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Works with the controller in completing tasks necessary to process transactions and develop monthly financial statements. 
2. Works with controller to maintain compliance with regulatory reporting requirements for HUD properties (work with property manager on rental records, collections, evictions, notices, budgeting in One Site).  
3. Processes revenue, expenses and general ledger entries in Real Page accounting software (similar to Sage Intacct).
4. Monthly reconciliations of bank accounts and balance sheet subsidiary records. 
5. Develops and maintains step-by-step job aids on position duties. Assists with the annual update of accounting policy manual.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams. Experience with Pivot Tables is a plus. 
7. Willingness to learn and create efficiencies in processes. 

OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Maintains acceptable overall attendance record, to include department staff meetings, agency meetings, and training as required. Ensures appropriate notification to supervisor for absences and ensures that work is covered.  
2. Exhibits appropriate level of technical knowledge for the position.  
3. Works well with a team, keeps others informed of information needed.  
4. Maintains effective and professional verbal and written interactions with staff. Uses diplomacy and tact in dealing with difficult situations or people. Demonstrates effective listening skills. Is receptive to constructive feedback.
5. Demonstrates the ability and willingness to handle new assignments, changes in procedures and business requirements. Identifies what needs to be done and initiates appropriate action.   
6.  Completes assigned work, meets deadlines without reminders/follow-up from supervisor or others.  
7. Performs work conscientiously with a high degree of accuracy.  

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: This position requires at least 5 years’ accounting experience with a bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience in non-profits and grants, preferred. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Extended periods of typing/data entry, writing

* Lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds

All the above duties and responsibilities are considered essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as a detailed statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

EEO race, color, religion, sex, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.