Staff Accountant

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our accounting team! This position is based in Richmond, CA.POSITION SUMMARYThese general functions will be carried out in keeping with the Goals, Policies and Mission of the YMCA of the East Bay. The Staff Accountant Payables is responsible for providing financial and administrative assistance to the accounting department.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The Staff Accountant role, provides essential Accounts Payable support to the finance department, with an emphasis on accounts payable processing and support. This position is responsible for assisting with financial record keeping, accounts payable, general ledger journal entries and account reconciliations.Providing these services in an effective and efficient manner is vital to the goals of the entire organization.Work closely with Y staff and outside vendors to monitor and process purchase orders and accounts payable, research payments, resolve vendor discrepancies and assist with weekly check runsRecord journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts as assignedWork closely with Controller and other Y staff to update and maintain leases information in lease softwarePrepare and submit sales & use tax reportsDeposit checks and maintain documentation per Y policies and proceduresMaintain filing systems and records managementReceive, sort and distribute mailAudit supportProcess business license renewalsVarious department administrative tasks and other duties as assignedWORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environmentThe employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjustThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderateQUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent1-2 years of accounts payable or general accounting experienceExperience working with Sage Intacct preferredProficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and other computer programs necessary to perform the duties of the jobExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities as well as exhibit flexibility, adaptability and ownershipAbility to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgementCustomer focused with a service-oriented mindset and positive attitude.Ability to work independently, under supervisionAbility to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the communityOUR AMAZING BENEFITS:Health, dental, vision and life insurance6 weeks of Paid Time Off annually8 YMCA holidays plus 4 floating holidaysRetirement plan – YMCA contribution of 10% of salary after 2 years of employmentTuition reimbursementFlexible spending accountYMCA membership at Y NorCal fitness center locations