Staff Accountant

Description

Piedmont Housing Alliance is a dynamic organization seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team, under the supervision of the Chief Financial Officer. As a Staff Accountant, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records, preparing financial statements, and providing analytical support to management.

We are looking for a Staff Accountant who is passionate about accounting and has a strong desire to contribute to the success of our organization. The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

QUALIFICATIONS
– Minimum Bachelor’s degree or higher, accounting major preferred.
– Two (2) years of accounting or related financial experience
– Working knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Share Point
– Experience working with diverse populations, cultures, and communication styles.
– Proven ability to work with little or no direct supervision on daily basis.
– Ability to organize time efficiently, prioritize tasks and perform tasks in a self-directed manner.
– Willingness and ability to travel.
– Must own or consistently have a vehicle available for use for local and out of area travel as needed.
– Ability to successfully pass a background check and other pre-employment screening.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
– Able to lift & carry items up to 15lbs.
– Able to sit at a desk comfortably while working on a computer, for extended periods of time.
– Ability to move about the property and throughout residential units; ability to negotiate stairs as needed.
– Must be in good physical condition and have physical capacity to work extra hours when necessary.
– Able to hear and speak to customers in person and/or by phone.
– Able to see and read on computer screen and paper.
– Able to use hands and fingers to operate office equipment such as computer, copier, phone, postage meters, etc.

Job Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
– Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
– Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
– Perform month-end close procedures, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement analysis.
– Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to management on financial performance, trends, and areas for improvement.
– Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts to support business planning and decision-making.
– Collaborate with external auditors to ensure compliance with audit requirements and implement audit recommendations.
– Provide training and guidance to junior accounting staff on accounting policies, procedures, and best practices.
– Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and industry trends.
– Manage cash flow and liquidity, including forecasting and monitoring cash inflows and outflows.
– Prepare and process monthly invoices to customers and vendors.
– Prepare and record general ledger journal entries, including reconciliations and analysis of account balances.
– Perform balance sheet reconciliations and account analysis.
– Other duties and responsibilities as needed.

Skills Required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
– Requires strong level of GAAP accounting and financial statement knowledge
– Strong user of MS Excel including pivot tables and use of formulas. Working knowledge of QuickBooks, Onesite, or similar accounting systems.
– Maintain accurate financial records, including but not limited to, balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations, journal entry support
– Prepare and record general ledger journal entries.
– Manage accounts payable including Coding invoices to proper accounts and entering invoice details into our accounting software, researching discrepancies, vendor maintenance and preparation of 1099s
– Assists with Accounts Receivable and Billing processes as needed
– Analyze financial statements
– Assist with external audit(s)
– Provide additional administrative support to management when required

Additional Info

Find more information on our website: https://piedmonthousingalliance.org/