JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Functions as liaison to external accounting firm and agencies on financial matters.
• Performs general cost accounting and other related duties in the accounting department.
• Prepares periodic (monthly) balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements.
• Maintains the general ledger.
• Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
• Reconciles customer accounts and manages accounts receivable collections.
• Verifies payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts.
• Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.
• Files required tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.
• As appropriate, coordinates with software vendor to maintain accounting software system; recommends updates to enhance the accounting software.
• Responsible for journal entries and resolving accounting discrepancies and irregularities, maintaining databases and ensuring accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses.
• Ensures accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close and establishes and monitors the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures.
• Responsible for grant financial reporting.
• Preparing monthly financial statements and various detailed analyses.
• Work closely with pertinent staff/departments for finance related matters.
• Review processes and make necessary changes or recommendations to improve efficiency and workflow.
• Assists with budget development and provides support to Managers and Supervisors in the budgeting process.
• Perform all functions in an exceptional manner and maintain all confidential information and matters relevant to the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.