Finance Assistant Position Available In Polk, Florida

Finance Assistant The Schools of McKeel Academy 860 North Grady Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33815 JOB

DESCRIPTION – FINANCE ASSISTANT / ACCOUNTANT

The Finance Assistant reports to the Finance Director. Primary job responsibilities – perform accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable and deposit transactions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Sort, review, and verify invoices and check requests for accuracy and proper coding Enter and upload invoices into the ERP system for payment Track expenses and process expense reports Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments in the banking site Prepare and perform manual check runs Post journal entries to the ledgers Reconcile accounts payable transactions Prepare and review accounts payable aging reports to ensure vendor payments are up to date Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues Maintain vendor records Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries Assist with generating monthly financial reports Assist with month end closing procedures Provide supporting documentation for audits Track and schedule all lease activity Post deposit transactions in the ledgers Manage employee mobile phone accounts Prepare, send, and collect Transportation Department invoices Prepare quarterly fuel tax returns Assist with reimbursements of grant funding Manage security key fob access for the Facilities Department Process monthly electronic applications for food service direct certifications from the State of Florida Submit National School Lunch Program compliance reporting Annually select students for NSLP verification Prepare and upload vendor 1099s Various other accounting related and clerical duties as needed Skills and Qualifications Minimum 3 years accounts payable, budget, finance, or general accounting experience. Knowledge of accounts payable and general accounting procedures Proficient in Microsoft Excel (mandatory) Proficient in data entry and records management Successfully establish and maintain a good working relationship with staff and vendors Effectively communicate with all staff, contractors, and vendors Must be organized with strong written communication skills Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 – $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Ability to

Commute:

Lakeland, FL 33815 (Required)

Work Location:

In person