Accountant

Accountant Housing Resource Center of Monterey County Salinas, CA Job Details Full-time From $25 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Computer operation Teamwork Microsoft Outlook Writing skills Basic math English Driver's License Data management Financial records management Budget account management (social services) QuickBooks Section 8 Housing assistance programs Crisis management Full Job Description Essential Duties & Responsibilities Accountant Duties examining invoices and reimbursement requests entering approved accounts receivables tracking and preparing background documentation for claims reviewing and entering all approved financial assistance requests prior to payment monitoring and approving time cards, time sheets and partner agency invoices prior to payment preparing deposits maintaining a complete record of receipts and disbursements assisting in preparing and maintaining payroll records ensuring compliance with all federal, state, agency and other funder regulations maintaining up to date and accurate financial records of all program and agency activities completing all monthly, quarterly and annual reports for timely submission as required assisting the Executive Director and Senior Staff Accountant in preparation of program and agency budgets coordinating with the Executive Director and Senior Staff Accountant to monitor agency and program budgets assisting in preparing for annual single audit attending all required meetings and trainings other duties as assigned by the Senior Staff Accountant or Executive Director Supervisory/Human Resources Duties

• File/Record Keeping of Financial and Personnel HRC documents
• Other related duties as assigned to meet HRC objectives.

Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Employee is responsible for performing work accurately. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field Preferred or two years experience within the field
• Must be familiar with Section 8/Housing Authority process or similar housing assistance programs
• Use of own vehicle with current insurance
• Use of own cell phone
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, but not required
• Satisfactory background check (criminal, civil, credit) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Diplomas
• Valid California Driver's License, and a satisfactory driving record Computer Skills
• Must be proficient with MS Office skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook, and standard office equipment.
• Must be familiar with Quick Books Other Skills, Abilities, Knowledge Required
• Demonstrated dependability and initiative
• Demonstrated ability to handle crisis situations with a minimum amount of supervision
• Excellent financial management skills
• Exceptional record keeping skills; ability to obtain and maintain accurate, detailed and confidential notes
• Must maintain program, client and agency confidentiality
• Must treat each individual with dignity and respect
• Ability to set and observe appropriate personal limits and boundaries, e.g., ability to limit personal involvement with homeless clients.
• Flexibility to deal effectively with a variety of people, situations, problems and challenges
• Must be organized, detail oriented and able to multi-task.
• Ability to take authority over projects, take initiative and accept responsibility.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment.
• Reliable transportation to support business development needs Language Skills
• Proficient level ability to effectively communicate at management level including ability to read, write, and orally communicate (including presentation skills) at all levels of the company. Mathematical Skills
• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts (addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication), and apply concepts such as fractions and percentages to practical work and/or reporting situations. Reasoning Ability
• Must have the ability to define problems and seek workable solutions, apply principles of logical thinking to localized tasks and projects, as well as deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables.
• Must have demonstrated ability to spot inconsistencies and suggest appropriate course of action. General Job Performance Standards Employees must meet the following general job performance standards:
• Knowledge Of Work
• Posses and utilizes knowledge of the job which is essen­tial to perform the specific func­tions and related work.
• Quantity Of Work
• Accomplishes an appropriate volume of satisfactory work under normal conditions. Ability to produce results.
• Quality Of Work
• Consistently demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, neatness and d­ependability to produce work within acceptable stan­dards.
• Timeliness
• Completes assignments on or ahead of schedule.
• Ability To Learn New Du­ties
• Interprets, learns, and re­sponds to instructions for new situa­tions, procedures or methods.
• Teamwork
• Places goals of HRC foremost when interacting with others at all levels. Builds an environment that fosters teamwork and enhanced task accomplishment through positive and supportive cooperation.
• Communications
• Demonstrates relevance and clarity of written and oral expression. Expresses ideas clearly and demonstrates effective listening skills. Effective in exchanging ideas and information. Applies to communications with both co-workers and customers.
• Job Commitment
• Shows initiative in willingly accepting responsibility. Performs expected and unexpected tasks, demonstrates tenacity in completing tasks. Willingly exerts extra effort when necessary to get the job done without being directed to do so.
• Attendance & Punctuality
• Shows daily ability to be at work at scheduled time, including being prepared to work on time after breaks, meal periods and other authorized absences from work.
• Decision Making & Judgment
• Gathers relevant data, sets clear objectives, evaluates alternatives, makes timely decisions and commits to courses of action.

Uses sound judgment:

does not act impulsively in reaching decisions. Working Environment Working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Variations in conditions may occur under certain circumstances.

• Approximately 90% of the time performing job duties is spent indoors, within a standard office environment; 10% spent outdoors either at other locations in support of agency's financial efforts.
• Approximately 90% of the time is spent on the computer.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The temperature of the work environment is moderate and ranges from 65
• 80 degrees.
• The work place is non-smoking with accommodations for smokers in outside locations.
• The overhead lighting is florescent. Physical Demands
• Seldom (15
• 20%): smell, taste, drive, and reach above shoulders
• Occasionally (6-33%): bend, twist, push, pull, climb, squat, crawl, kneel, and drive
• Frequently (34-66%): sit, reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stand and walk; grasp with hands and fingers; and lift up to 20 lbs
• Continuously (67-100%): use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; see (including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus), hear and speak; key (i.e., computer, calculator, telephone); and lift (up to 10 lbs). Machines, Tools and Equipment
• Seldom (5
• 8%): automobile
• Occasionally (6-33%): copier, fax, and 10-key calculator
• Frequently (50-86%): computer
• Continuously (67-100%): writing instruments and telephone

TRAVEL:

negligible

Pay:

From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person