Accountant

Company Overview Waypoint offers comprehensive services, including a special purpose private school for children with autism and other developmental disabilities, case management and outpatient therapy services for children and adults, and residential and in-home supports for adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities. Position Overview Supports accounting department in monitoring accounting procedures and efficient accounting operations. Responsible for all data entry and reconciliation related to accounts payable and for timely and accurate agency payments. Ensures the agency is following all agency accounting procedures. The hours for this position range from 32 - 40 per week. The pay range for this position ranges from $62,000 - $75,000. Responsibilities Essential Duties Responsible for the timely processing of all agency payables including check and purchasing card payables, bank drafts and multiple weekly agencies check runs. Enters any needed credit memos, agency discounts, void checks as appropriate. Responsible for facilitating appropriate approval for all agency expenses and invoices in accordance with agency established internal controls and approval thresholds. Facilities all activities within Concur system including process for purchase card expenses, setup, system mapping and training of users. Reviews and reconciles invoice discrepancies. Maintain vendor accounts and files including vendor information, W-9, etc Maintains all accounts payable records including timely filing of backup documentation. Responds to vendor inquiries Prepares agency unclaimed property, 1099s, assists with annual independent audit and other projects as assigned. Processes monthly petty cash reimbursement transactions. Reconciles Petty Cash Register to the General Ledger Follows up with missing Petty Cash Expense Reports and receipts Coordinates Monthly Accounting Petty Cash Fund Responsible for rep. payee reporting, cash application, invoice input, weekly and monthly check runs. Facilitates all Rep Payee Monthly Reporting General Ledger and Reconciliation Prepares journal entries as assigned Tracks monthly payments and expenses. Ensures that all expenses are properly recorded to the general ledger. Prepares monthly accrual entries as needed. Responsible for running accounts payable and rep. payee reporting. Balances and reconciles assigned general ledger accounts and/or funds; researches and reconciles any problems or discrepancies Has a thorough understanding of the agency's chart of accounts. Properly and accurately codes all expenses to appropriate account codes, agency divisions, and cost centers. Gathers and summarizes data; conducts research and analyzes data on projects as assigned. Researches and resolves all general ledger discrepancies. Make recommendations for correcting journal entries as needed. Effectively communicate all payable related discrepancies or problems to Accounting Manager and CFO Other duties as assigned Qualifications Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Understanding of generally accepted accounting practices and all related legislation and regulations. Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines. Ability to handle confidential information. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and verbal/written communication skills. Must be flexible, work independently, and/or part of a team cooperatively. Education/Experience Bachelors in accounting, finance, related business field. 5 years of general ledger reconciliation experience required. Strong Microsoft Excel skills, specifically VLookups and Pivot Tables Strong understanding of GAAP Ability to identify issues in general ledger and recommend corrected accounting entries. Work Environment & Physical Demands Standard office environment; may require occasional travel to other locations. Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods. Occasional lifting of files or office materials (up to 25 lbs). Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Employer Paid Short Term Disability Employer Paid Life Insurance and AD&D Critical Illness and Accident Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts J-18808-Ljbffr