An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
Mondays to Fridays 40 hours per week SUMMARY Under general supervision, performs professional accounting activities which support the preparation, recordation, and reconciliation of accounting/business transactions.
CORE COMPETENCIES & REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to this job.
Displays High Integrity & Honesty:
Takes personal responsibility, acts with honesty and consistency.
Has Technical and Professional Expertise:
Has the technical skills, product knowledge and professional skills to do the job. Maintains accounting records to assure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and other special requirements. Perform month-end and year-end closing activities. Assists in maintaining the general ledger and various subsidiary ledgers. Grant accounting including the preparation of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA). Accounting for Capital Projects including accruals. Accounting for business type activities. Accounting and financial reporting for leases. Prepares various federal and state agency reports. Ensures the maintenance of fixed asset records and prepares required reports. Contributes to the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Assists in monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
Solves Problems & Analyzes Issues:
Has and applies problem analysis and problem-solving skills on a technical and interpersonal level. Determines validity and allocability of charges to various accounts and the adequacy of reserve amounts. Reviews and analyzes invoices related to capital expenses to determine compliance with GAAP for in terms of capital asset accounting. Analyzes transactions and prepares periodic reports of activity; computes mathematical and statistical data for various financial reports.
Learning Agility:
Seeks feedback actively and strives to improve based on that feedback. Strive for continual improvement. Understands, interprets, and applies laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, and budgets. Drives for
Results:
Operates with speed and intensity, translates long-term goals into immediate actions. Maintains fixed asset ledgers and performs monthly reconciliation with general ledger. Contributes to the development and maintenance of accounting procedures. Prepares required schedules and assists independent auditors during the annual audit.
QUALIFICATION GUIDE
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field with a minimum of three years of professional experience in accounting.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OCTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Positions in this class typically require: Work may be performed in a stressful, fast-paced office environment, depending upon assignment. Ability to understand verbal communication and to respond effectively. Reaching, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, and Repetitive Motions in computer use. Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!
