Accountant - Child Welfare

The accountant is responsible for performing general accounting functions including accounts receivables, general ledger journal functions, budget functions, account reconciliations, and processing of financial reports. Assists Contracts Department, with budget analysis of contracted provider agencies and reviews quarterly actual expenditures versus budget; and performs fiscal monitoring of providers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintains accounts receivable aging and associated billings Prepares and processes daily and monthly journal entries Performs monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations Prepares daily deposits to various bank accounts Performs month-end closing duties Assists with budget preparation and forecasting Assists with financial analysis Other duties as assigned This list of functions is not intended to be exhaustive. Kids Central reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience Bachelor's Degree with emphasis in accounting and three years of accounting experience; or a combination of specialized training and experience. Contracts and non-profit experience preferred Licensure/Certifications Ability to successfully clear a Level II background screening Valid Florida driver's license and insurable by the agency's current insurance carrier

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to meet Organizational Required Competency standards Highly proficient in accounting software packages such as Solomon Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Strong communications skills (verbal and written) Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented Effective analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent customer service skills as well as Ability to travel up to 5% Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle

ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE

Our mission is, "Protecting Children, Supporting Families, and Engaging Communities". Kids Central, Inc. is the lead Community Based Care agency for child welfare in Circuit 5, which encompasses Marion, Lake, Hernando, Sumter, and Citrus Counties. We maintain a system of care for children and families that have experienced or are at-risk of experiencing child abuse or neglect. Kids Central, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, disability, or veteran status as those terms are defined under applicable law. Kids Central is a Drug-Free Workplace, Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Kids Central, Inc. provides a comprehensive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and a generous paid time off allotment. Employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V