Accountant I

AgeSpan

About Us: Since 1974 our agency has strived towards supporting an individual's desire to make their own decisions, secure their independence and remain living independently in the community. We are proud of our employees who make this possible every day. Our agency is a thought-leader, a nationally known generator of new ideas, because it welcomes creativity, your ideas. It is an outstanding place to work stimulating, friendly, collaborative. We offer competitive salaries, generous vacation time, and an excellent work/life balance. We value diversity and encourage career growth. If you have a passion for improving the lives of the elderly community and enjoy working in a diverse team driven by its mission, you've found the right place!

At AgeSpan, you'll find a work environment that combines:

• A refreshing culture that is supportive, collaborative, and encouraging of diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
• A focus on innovation with a team recognized for developing and implementing innovative programs and novel solutions.
• Encouragement of your development through opportunities to get involved, use your voice, and gain new knowledge and skills.
• A satisfying balance between your work and personal life, including a flexible workplace, generous paid time off, and wellness programs.

Depending on your role and your hours, we offer:

• Flexible schedule and hybrid work opportunities
• Competitive salaries
• Healthcare (medical, dental)
• 403b Retirement Plan with agency match
• 20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, and 12 Paid Holidays
• Social Work Licensing Program
• License Renewal Paid by agency for RN's and Social Workers
• And MORE!

Position Summary: Accountant I is an entry-level professional accounting position responsible for performing routine accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, maintenance of accounting records, and support for financial reporting and closing activities. Working under general supervision, the position follows established accounting procedures and internal controls while developing proficiency in the organization's accounting systems, policies, and programs.

The Accountant I also serves as the organization's Purchasing Agent and provides backup support for the Accounts Payable function.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (core functions essential to the role):

• Prepare routine journal entries and maintain accurate supporting documentation in accordance with established accounting procedures.
• Perform assigned monthly bank and routine general ledger account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and seeking guidance on more complex issues as needed.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and other accounting functions as needed.
• Serve as the backup for accounts payable.
• Review transactions for proper account, program, department, and funding-source coding.
• Assist with monthly and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain schedules for prepaid expenses, accruals, fixed assets, and other assigned balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with preparation of financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Research and resolve routine accounting discrepancies.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation in accordance with record-retention requirements.
• Assist with annual audit preparation by compiling requested schedules and documentation.
• Support grant and program accounting activities as assigned.
• Follow established internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
• Responsible for purchasing and procurement functions, including processing and tracking purchase requisitions, coordinating orders and vendor communications, and maintaining office supply inventory for both office locations.
• Perform other finance-related duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• One to two years of accounting experience.
• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ability to learn accounting and financial systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees, vendors, management, and other stakeholders.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to provide timely, professional, and courteous assistance to internal and external customers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling financial and sensitive information.

At AgeSpan, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining rate of pay. Actual rate of pay depends on factors including but not limited to internal equity, experience, and qualifications. The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $36.00/hour.

Hours: 37.5 hours a week

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

AgeSpan is strongly committed to fostering a professional environment that recognizes, respects, and encourages the unique contributions of a broad spectrum of qualified employees. It is important that our employees reflect the diverse communities we serve. We maintain a work atmosphere that allows people of varied backgrounds to grow professionally and contribute to our mission by promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and work-life balance.