II Finance - Staff Accountant

Job Summary: Provide a brief summary of the work performed. Indicate level of supervision required. Under supervision, responsible to maintain general ledger system and create reports for financial analysis and reporting; prepare and reconcile journal entries and financial statements in accordance with GAAP; review accounting transactions for propriety, classification and valuation; perform appropriate research to resolve complex issues; support or back up other general accounting functions. Essential Values-Based, Leadership and Management Competencies: Demonstrates competencies in line with the three core values that are the foundation of all activities performed by management employees in order to achieve the Mission of THE Innovation Institute. Teamwork: We strengthen each other through an intentional network of collaboration, demonstrating oneness of purpose and proving that the whole will be greater than the sum of its parts. Honesty & Integrity: We adhere firmly to an ethical and professional code of conduct based on honesty and respect for the people with whom we interact. Excellence: We strive for a spirit of innovation and commitment to service quality, recognizing every interaction as a unique opportunity to discern needs, and serve one another. We are courageous in taking risks and responding to pressure with grace, building failures into future successes. Essential Functions: Describe the 5 - 10 duties / responsibilities that must be performed by this position. 1. Maintain general ledger system and financial records to support and create financial statements in accordance with GAAP. 2. Assist in the research and resolution of complex accounting transactions. 3. Assist in review, analyze and document general ledger account activity for propriety, valuation and classification. Innovation Institute Position Description 2 4. Assist in the annual budget process by providing assistance to management, performing analysis and creating appropriate reports. 5. Assist in the annual audit process by preparing timely and accurate schedules and analysis; develop professional relationship with auditors. 6. Assist in the completion of timely and accurate tax returns and other regulatory reports. 7. Perform various ad hoc reports, analyses and reconciliation. 8. Reviews and reconciles activity for bank and cash accounts. 9. Prepares journal entries, assists in account payable transactions to ensure proper account coding and support. 10. Reviews and reconciles general ledger account activity. Additional Responsibilities: List infrequently performed and non-essential tasks. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: List the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential functions of this position. Good understanding of accounting theory and generally accepted accounting principles Proficient with general ledger system Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines Work with all levels of management and staff Good human relations and communication skills Computer literacy Technical research Good judgement and decision-making Teamwork and collaboration Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security. Risk Management: Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations. Additional Requirements (optional): Minimum Position Qualifications: List the minimum qualifications required for this position: 3 Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance Experience: Minimum 0 to 1 year in Accounting or Finance Training: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Words, etc License / Certification: Preferred Position Qualifications: List the preferred qualifications for this position: Environmental Conditions: Describe the work environment including risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens and other hazards. Regular deadlines Physical Requirements: Specify the physical requirements of the job on the attached Physical Demands Analysis. Able to bend, stoop and lift. Able to lift up to 25 pounds. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Job Summary: Under supervision, the Staff Accountant will be responsible to maintain general ledger system and create reports for financial analysis and reporting; prepare and reconcile journal entries and financial statements in accordance with GAAP; review accounting transactions for propriety, classification and valuation; perform appropriate research to resolve complex issues; support or back up other general accounting functions. Essential Values-Based, Leadership and Management Competencies: Demonstrates competencies in line with the three core values that are the foundation of all activities performed by management employees in order to achieve the Mission of THE Innovation Institute. Teamwork: We strengthen each other through an intentional network of collaboration, demonstrating oneness of purpose and proving that the whole will be greater than the sum of its parts. Honesty & Integrity: We adhere firmly to an ethical and professional code of conduct based on honesty and respect for the people with whom we interact. Excellence: We strive for a spirit of innovation and commitment to service quality, recognizing every interaction as a unique opportunity to discern needs, and serve one another. We are courageous in taking risks and responding to pressure with grace, building failures into future successes. Essential Functions: Maintain general ledger system and financial records to support and create financial statements in accordance with GAAP. Assist in the research and resolution of complex accounting transactions. Assist in review, analyze and document general ledger account activity for propriety, valuation and classification. Assist in the annual budget process by providing assistance to management, performing analysis and creating appropriate reports. Assist in the annual audit process by preparing timely and accurate schedules and analysis; develop professional relationship with auditors. Assist in the completion of timely and accurate tax returns and other regulatory reports. Perform various ad hoc reports, analyses and reconciliation. Reviews and reconciles activity for bank and cash accounts. Prepares journal entries, assists in account payable transactions to ensure proper account coding and support. Reviews and reconciles general ledger account activity. Additional Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: List the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential functions of this position. Good understanding of accounting theory and generally accepted accounting principles Proficient with general ledger system Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines Work with all levels of management and staff Good human relations and communication skills Computer literacy Technical research Good judgement and decision-making Teamwork and collaboration Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security. Risk Management: Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations. Additional Requirements (optional): Minimum Position Qualifications: List the minimum qualifications required for this position: Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance Experience: Minimum 0 to 1 year in Accounting or Finance Training: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Words, etc License / Certification: Preferred Position Qualifications: List the preferred qualifications for this position: Environmental Conditions: Describe the work environment including risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens and other hazards. Regular deadlines Physical Requirements: Specify the physical requirements of the job on the attached Physical Demands Analysis. Able to bend, stoop and lift. Able to lift up to 25 pounds. Other details Job Family Accounting Pay Type Hourly Apply Now