Staff Account II

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title                             Staff Accountant

Department                    Accounting

Reports To                        Controller

Positions Supervised None

Pay Grade                         A-14

Employment Class       Regular Salary Exempt

EEO Class                           2-Professionals

Authorized Driver        No

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.  Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Summary

Prepare financial reports and statements for the organization.  Ensure accounting controls are maintained.

Essential Job Functions

• Conduct financial reporting through the analysis of account balances and transactions.  Ensure the accounting system allows for adequate reporting.
• Post journal entries and create new accounts.
• Analyze the effects of transactions on account balances and research inconsistencies and unusual charges.
• Complete all duties related to month-end closing.  Reconcile bank statements, perform closing journal entries, review account balances, and prepare financial statements.
• Attend monthly Finance Committee meetings and prepare minutes.

Ancillary Job Functions

• Participate in various accounting-related projects, including writing proposals, researching new business opportunities, attending conferences, and/or preparing special topics for Finance Committee meetings.
• Review and consider the need for new or changed processes and controls.
• Assist departments with budgets and financial results.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience – An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

• Four-year college degree required in accounting, finance, business, or a related field preferred.
• Three to five years of experience in accounting or financial reporting.
• Experience with Business Central and BI360 systems preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

• Knowledge of accounting principles and theories; understanding of GAAP.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

• Keen analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Clear verbal communication skills and ability to give and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions.
• Ability to use good judgment and think quickly and rationally in difficult or stressful situations.

Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• General office conditions.  Exposed to moderate noise levels.

Physical Abilities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.  The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Must have finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination to work on computer keyboard and related office equipment.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Occasionally lifts and carries up to 10 pounds.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

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Employee Acknowledgement

I understand that:

• This job description provides a general summary of the position in which I am employed.  The contents of this job description are job requirements, and, at this time, I know of no limitations which would prevent me from performing these functions with or without reasonable accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor at any time that I am unable to perform these functions.
• Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind, and that my employment is at-will.
• I have read and understand this job description.

Employee:  ____________________________                     Date:  ______________