Workforce Solutions Capital Area Board
Accounts Payable Accountant
Workforce Solutions Capital Area Board, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
The mission of Workforce Solutions Capital Area is to lead the regions workforce development system insupport of a world-class workforce. We believe that training and education aligned to the needs of localemployers are the foundation of a competitive workforce. We utilize a strategic approach to workforcedevelopment, based on analytics, to ensure that programs and services meet the needs of job seekersand employers.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs routine accounting work. Work involves maintaining, preparing, and balancing accounting andfinancial statements, records, documents, or reports. Works under moderate supervision, with limitedlatitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs duties under the supervision of theSenior Accountant.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Reviews invoices for accuracy and proper documentation, determines proper coding, andprepares and enters Accounts Payable documents. Reviews deposits received at bank, determines proper coding, and prepares and enters CashReceipt/Accounts Receivable documents. Generates board vendor and sub-recipient vendor payments. Assists in the review of invoices submitted by sub-recipients for accuracy and proper documentation, determines proper coding, and prepares and enters Accounts PayableDocuments. Prepares monthly board prepaid expense distributions and enters them into the accountingsystem. May assist in the tagging of newly purchased trackable assets. May enter information for new tracked assets into the asset tracking system. May assist with the annual inventory of fixed assets. Keeps vendor list updated. Tracks W-9s from provider/vendors and assists in preparing 1099s. Assist sub-recipient in setting up new vendors in MIP and Gazelle. Acts as a backup within the Fiscal Department as needed.
Performs related work as assigned.
GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Experience and Education Familiarity with accounting of bookkeeping principles and 3-5 years of accounting experience required. Bachelors degree from an accredited college with course work in accounting is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems. Ability to interpret and apply accounting theory to transactions; to work accurately with numerical detail; to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data; and to communicate effectively. Knowledge of Abila MIP Fund Accounting, Sage Fixed Assets, Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook is highly preferred. Skill in problem solving. May occasionally involve positioning self in file room and medium work that includes moving boxes up to 50 pounds. Registration, Certification, or Licensure When an employee drives a vehicle (yours, agency owned or leased), in conjunction with work, he/she must possess a valid drivers license and have access to reliable transportation. Local travel is required. In-state and/or out-of-state travel may be required. Must be legally eligible for employment in the United States. May be subject to a background check (verification of education, employment, references, and criminal background).
WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS CAPITAL AREA OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE, INCLUDING:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Paid life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child), long term disability (LTD), and ADandD. Supplemental life insurance option (Employee/Spouse/Child). Medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company 4% Safe Harbor Contribution. Flexible paid time off (accrued vacation and sick leave). Paid parental extended leave. Paid professional development budget. Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs routine accounting work. Work involves maintaining, preparing, and balancing accounting andfinancial statements, records, documents, or reports. Works under moderate supervision, with limitedlatitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs duties under the supervision of theSenior Accountant.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Reviews invoices for accuracy and proper documentation, determines proper coding, andprepares and enters Accounts Payable documents. Reviews deposits received at bank, determines proper coding, and prepares and enters CashReceipt/Accounts Receivable documents. Generates board vendor and sub-recipient vendor payments. Assists in the review of invoices submitted by sub-recipients for accuracy and proper documentation, determines proper coding, and prepares and enters Accounts PayableDocuments. Prepares monthly board prepaid expense distributions and enters them into the accountingsystem. May assist in the tagging of newly purchased trackable assets. May enter information for new tracked assets into the asset tracking system. May assist with the annual inventory of fixed assets. Keeps vendor list updated. Tracks W-9s from provider/vendors and assists in preparing 1099s. Assist sub-recipient in setting up new vendors in MIP and Gazelle. Acts as a backup within the Fiscal Department as needed.
Performs related work as assigned.
GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Experience and Education Familiarity with accounting of bookkeeping principles and 3-5 years of accounting experience required. Bachelors degree from an accredited college with course work in accounting is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems. Ability to interpret and apply accounting theory to transactions; to work accurately with numerical detail; to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data; and to communicate effectively. Knowledge of Abila MIP Fund Accounting, Sage Fixed Assets, Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook is highly preferred. Skill in problem solving. May occasionally involve positioning self in file room and medium work that includes moving boxes up to 50 pounds. Registration, Certification, or Licensure When an employee drives a vehicle (yours, agency owned or leased), in conjunction with work, he/she must possess a valid drivers license and have access to reliable transportation. Local travel is required. In-state and/or out-of-state travel may be required. Must be legally eligible for employment in the United States. May be subject to a background check (verification of education, employment, references, and criminal background).
WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS CAPITAL AREA OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE, INCLUDING:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Paid life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child), long term disability (LTD), and ADandD. Supplemental life insurance option (Employee/Spouse/Child). Medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company 4% Safe Harbor Contribution. Flexible paid time off (accrued vacation and sick leave). Paid parental extended leave. Paid professional development budget. Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).