Bookkeeper Position Available In Rapides, Louisiana

• Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in finance or accounting preferred.

Three to five years of financial management experience. Related experience in a non-profit, accounting and/or quasi-governmental setting, along with experience writing grants is desirable. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for one year of financial management experience. A Criminal Records clearance from the State Police is required. Is not currently recorded as a perpetrator on the State Central Registry Disclosure Form.

• Position Summary:

• Directs the planning, strategic goals and objectives of the fiscal function within the agency. Organizes and maintains financial accounting systems, including accounts payable, general ledger, accounts receivable, payroll, cash disbursements, financial statements, purchasing, budgeting, tax information and grants. Serves on the Core Management Team.

• Job Responsibilities:

• 1.

Plans and develops objectives regarding short and long range accounting programs in specific areas such as budgeting, accounting systems, reporting, payroll, purchasing and internal auditing.“`{=html}“`2. Executes financial accounting functions to insure accurate recording and reporting of agency financial information; provides recommendations regarding improvements in fiscal management and accounting of agency.“`{=html}“`3. Ensures the timely payment of current liabilities to creditors, proper recording and control of cash receipts, recording of fixed assets, development of adequate procedures, instructions, controls, records and reports.“`{=html}“`4. Prepares monthly general and standard journal entries, financial statements and comparative reports, and account reconciliations.“`{=html}“`5. Prepares statistical information and reports for Board meetings, management, government and other agencies; prepares cost reports for state purchase of service contracts/agreements. Briefs the Board of Directors or committees as requested by the Executive Director.“`{=html}“`6. Works with the Executive Director to develop and approve financial statements, including balance sheets and income/expense data.“`{=html}“`7. Maintains responsibility for fiscal accounting of agency grants, per diem and contributions; insures donations are accounted for in accordance with IRS requirements; maintains fiscal accountability of specific agency programs.“`{=html}“`8. Insures that payroll functions are processed accurately and that related reports are prepared.“`{=html}“`9. Insures various fiscal deadlines are met and appropriate/accurate data is provided.“`{=html}“`10. Establishes and monitors internal controls of assets/resources, including developing and writing policies and procedures.“`{=html}“`11. Coordinates annual external audits; assists various special auditors, e.g., grants, as needed.“`{=html}“`12. Assists with the development and implementation of the annual budget; forecasts and analyzes special projects, e.g., proposed capital improvements, equipment purchases.“`{=html}“`13. Reports to the Fiscal Director any financial irregularities, improprieties, possible illegal activity or abnormality related to any aspect of agency fiscal operations.“`{=html}“`14. Coordinates the preparation of federal, state and other governmental reports such as annual tax returns and ERISA reports.“`{=html}“`15. Insures that ongoing training requirements for assigned staff are accomplished in accordance with existing policies and current licensing standards.“`{=html}“`16. Monitors the performance of assigned staff and communicates as appropriate. Prepares performance evaluations to ensure quality of service and technical expertise of staff.“`{=html}“`17. Participates in the development of grants, both federal and state, for specialties in each agency pr gram; provides fiscal reports and accountability related to grants.“`{=html}“`18. Reviews and/or initiates personnel actions including new hires, merit increases, promotions, transfers and disciplinary actions; coordinates such actions with Human Resources.“`{=html}“`19. Recommends plan changes necessary to ensure the agencys benefit plans are competitive, cost effective and consistent with overall fiscal objectives.“`{=html}“`20. Attends internal management and/or committee meetings as required. Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.

Completes mandatory