Accountant

Description Summary: Supports all aspects of the general ledger and related reporting. Prepares assigned financial reporting and conducts reconciliation. Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A FLSA Status: Exempt Work from home eligible: Hybrid Essential Job Responsibilities: · Perform changes to chart of accounts, analyze account balances and perform internal audit on general ledger, making recommendations for corrections and preparing monthly reconciliation as necessary. · Prepare and post recurring, standard, and monthly journal entries as needed · Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations and adjust as needed. Accumulate information for completion of month end closing procedures. · Assist in the coordination of work papers for auditors in areas of responsibility · Identify and utilize effective verbal, written and electronic communication skills and vehicles to accomplish tasks and clarify information for all internal and external customers. · Ensure that all communication takes place in a professional manner, reflecting dignity and respect for persons served. · Perform assigned functions within established guidelines according to generally accepted accounting principles. · Ensure adherence to GAAP standards and regulatory requirements for accurate financial reporting and compliance. · Support audit preparation and ensure organizational readiness for audits throughout the year. · Maintain all appropriate information in a confidential and professional manner, and in accordance with regulatory guidelines. · Complete ad hoc reports and projects as requested. · Recommend policy and operational improvements. · Utilize appropriate software database to accurately and consistently document information as necessary to meet billing/accounting requirements . Requirements Required Skills/Abilities: · Knowledge of business, accounting, and generally accepted accounting principles. · Knowledge of accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, audits. · Ability to learn and effectively utilize identified computer software applications to accomplish tasks. · Ability to read, comprehend, interpret and apply information from general procedures, instructions, data and reports · Oral/written communication skills to clearly and effectively express ideas. · Ability to promote and participate as an effective team member. · Ability to use strategic thinking to understand and implement changes in anticipation of events and circumstances · Ability to plan and organize work activities/processes, use discretion and sound judgment, take initiative and demonstrate flexibility to ensure goals are achieved in a timely manner. · Demonstrate cooperative attitude and tolerance for stress when confronted with critical situations. · Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity. Education and Experience: · Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. · Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in the accounting field, preferably with a nonprofit organization. · Experience using automated accounting software, preferably NetSuite. Physical Requirements: · Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer · Be able to lift boxes, etc. not weighing more than 50lbs.