Accounting Specialist Position Available In Broward, Florida

Accounting Specialist Broward Regional Health Planning Council, Inc. – 5.0 Hollywood, FL Job Details Full-time $52,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Word Fiscal management Microsoft Excel Management Multitasking Word processing Accounting software Mid-level Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Attention to detail Problem-solving Accounting Adaptability Computer skills Ability to motivate 4 years Accounting Communication skills Account reconciliation Full Job Description “At Will” Employment The Broward Regional Health Planning Council is an “at will” employer. Consequently, employees serve at the pleasure of the Council without entitlements or “property rights” to continued employment. The employment relationship can be severed at any time by either the employee or the Council for any reason or no reason (except for an unlawful reason). Some positions at the Council are also dependent upon the receipt of grant funding for specified programs. Lack of funding, including curtailment of grant funding can be a cause for the Council to terminate the employment relationship. Nothing set forth or contained in the Personnel Policies of the Broward Regional Health Planning Council, as it now exists or may in future be amended, shall change, alter or amend the “at will” status of Council employees. No Council manager or officer has any authority to make any arrangement or to make any agreement for employment other than for employment “at will” or limiting the discretion of the Council to modify any conditions of employment. Nature of Work This is a professional accounting position that requires independent work and judgment. The Accounting Specialist is responsible for accounting functions related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, fiscal and administrative monitoring and the audit. The scope of responsibility of the Accounting Specialist includes all BRHPC programs. Additionally, the Accounting Specialist will be responsible for general fiscal and administrative tasks assigned by the Chief Financial Officer. The Accounting Specialist is expected to exercise independent professional judgment in solving most problems that arise within their assigned work areas. Work is reviewed by the Chief Financial Officer through periodic general ledger and accounting software module reviews. Examples of Essential Job Functions Accounts Payable (AP) Ensure timely processing of payment of travel and expense reimbursement to staff and payment of invoices to vendors, consultants and subcontractors Process entails receiving invoices, distributing for department approval, purchase order/posting, printing check, routing check for approval, preparing payment documents, distributing and/or mailing checks Work closely with Accounting Manager, Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Programs to ensure proper coding of expenses Maintain AP distribution tables in accounting system Maintain AP files Annual preparation, distribution and submittal of 1099s and 1096 Process other AP items as requested Accounts Receivable Ensure timely preparation and submission of accurate invoices to funding entities Perform ongoing tracking of invoice receipts and follow up with funding entities to address payment delays Prepare and deposit cash receipts to cash account Ensure accurate posting of cash receipts into accounting system General Ledger Assist in maintaining the client agencies’ general ledger. Activities include updating of chart of accounts and posting journal entries. Assist in performing monthly balance sheet account reconciliations for client agencies. Fiscal and Administrative Monitoring Assists in the preparation and staffing of fiscal and administrative monitoring conducted by various funding entities Audit Assists the Accounting Manager and Chief Financial Officer in preparation for annual financial and compliance audit Assists the Accounting Manager and Chief Financial Officer to ensure timely submission of annual financial and compliance audit to funding entities. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills Possesses knowledge in general business principles, fiscal management, accounting practices, and accounting software Ability to communicate effectively verbally and with word processing and written communication Advanced interpersonal relation skills Able to manage multiple projects with committed deadlines and consistently demonstrate high attention to detail Highly organized, comfortable following processes within a dynamic team environment Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and computer based accounting systems _ Required Educational Experience and Training _ Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business or related field required. Years of advanced professional experience can substitute for degree with completed college level coursework in accounting, business or related field Four (4) years of experience in accounting Other Requirements Satisfactory local and level II background screening Valid State of Florida Drivers License with appropriate insurance coverage Access to reliable transportation Access to and use of a cellular phone Effective Representation Represents the agency in a professional and respectful manner in working with clients, vendors, fellow employees, and all members of the public without regard to race, religion, age, disability, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, or other non job related criteria. Expected to exercise professional judgment at all times. Ethical Conduct Meets work obligations in a manner which effectively represents the best interests of tax payers and all members of the public without conflict of interest or personal gain beyond approved benefits and compensation. Takes positive action to avoid and report to supervisors any real or perceived conflicts of interest. Acts as a positive role model for colleagues and clients. Is an effective steward of the agency’s time and resources, including funds, equipment, e-mail and other property.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Application Question(s): Are you able to multi-task? Are you able to work independently and as a team player? Are you detail oriented? Are you a problem solver?

Work Location:

In person