Staff Accountant - AP

Staff Accountant - AP Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland Council, Inc. - 3.9 Columbus, OH Job Details Full-time $50,000 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off On-the-job training Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Microsoft Word Vendor relationship building Microsoft Excel Accounts payable Invoice matching Invoice payment processing Attention to detail GAAP Document management Invoice dispute resolution Time management

Full Job Description TITLE:

Staff Accountant - AP

REPORTS TO

Controller

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides financial support for a multi-office non-profit organization. Duties include but are not limited to monthly close of activities, accounts payable, vendor management, procurement related activities and working with business partners on the financial aspects of their programs.

SKILLS:

Accounting:

Clearly understands accounting principles relative to Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and GAAP; This includes the ability to apply these principles and determine compliance with the principles. Knowledge of basic accounting principles (e.g., debit and credit) related to transactional processes. Assists Controller in preparation and reconciliation of audit schedules. Attention to detail, key.

Problem-Solving:

Ability to reconcile and compare data from various data sources and identify inconsistencies or variances. Analyze financial data (e.g., validity of data including balance sheet account balances) to determine and address issues. Identifies and analyzes existing and potential problems and reports and documents it; recommend solutions, supporting decisions or recommendations with data and/or reasoning.

Financial Systems and Processes :

Ability to research financial systems and processes (e.g., journal vouchers, vendor file, online banking tools) to resolve issues (e.g., missing payments, missing journal vouchers). Accesses, organizes and manages information effectively; excellent Excel skills and demonstrated ability to learn other systems and understand inter-connectedness of sub-systems; seeks out and applies new technology in own program area to improve work processes; Abila skills are highly desired.

Control Environment:

Helps identify appropriate internal controls are in place to ensure that assets are safeguarded and that transactions are authorized, recorded, and reported correctly.

Communication Skills:

Highly developed communication skills; able to relate to all levels of an organization; Ability to communicate technical concepts in a non-technical manner; effective listening skills; developed negotiation skills.

Time Management :

Manages time effectively; completes assignments in a timely manner; sets and balances priorities; simultaneously manages multiple tasks/projects.

General:

Demonstrates dependability, credibility; accepts responsibility for own actions; maintains confidentiality; upholds ethical standards even in the face of opposition; effective team player; ability to relate well to diverse and good communication skills.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Prepare accounting entries to properly record transactions in Council financial systems. Prepare closing entries to ensure records are properly stated and accurate. Ensure all accounting entries and authorizations follow Council accounting policy and GAAP. Maintains council accounts payable and related general ledger functions in compliance with

FASB/GAAP

requirements and council financial procedures. Responsible for all turnkey aspects of Accounts Payable function, including the recording and inputting invoices, weekly processing and distribution of checks. Performs periodic internal control review of transactions, ensuring coding is correct. Responsible for setting up new vendors and maintaining vendor files, including working with Property Director on ensuring W9s are updated, and contracts are accounted for. Responsible for creating and tracking DEI metrics with vendors, as available. Responsible for accounting and reconciliation of PNC credit card statements and activity with card holders resulting in upload into General Ledger. Also, work with CFO in evaluating PNC credit card program periodically. Responsible for the recording and reconciliation of the retail activity in OpSuite. This includes journal entries, working with retail team as needed. Reconciliation of GSUSA statements/invoices, working with CFO for payment. Work with Philanthropy to ensure all necessary documentation has been received to process pass thru's. Responsible for updating GSOH's W9 yearly and relaying that information to vendors per policy. Responsible for escheatment and 1099 process. Responsible, working with Controller, in monitoring vendor relationships, and providing recommendations on how to improve. This includes Sam's Club, Amazon, Enterprise. Prepares schedules and records for the annual operating audit, working closely with the Controller and CFO. Understand and communicate system upgrades/ new implementation effects on close and other financial processes. Identify, classify, maintain, and protect files, documentation, and sensitive information consistent with record handling and retention requirements. Maintain records in compliance with Company record retention policy. Contributes to identifying, developing and implementing simplification of key business processes. Support operational and strategic financial plan development and process, as needed, including duties as otherwise assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in accounting required with three to five years of relative experience Thorough knowledge of GAAP (1 year) accounting principles, practices, and internal controls. Non-profit accounting experience preferred. Possesses excellent computer skills in Excel and Word. Maintains a thorough working knowledge of the accounting software used and utilizes it to its maximum potential. Demonstrated ability to learn new computer packages quickly. Experience with Abila/MIP (Sage) Not for Profit Accounting Software preferred but not mandatory. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to multi-task and process instructions or input data quickly and effectively Must be able to work efficiently and accurately under pressure and meet multiple deadlines. Must be adaptable to change. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Commitment to making a difference in girls' lives and understand the applications of the Girl Scout program, philosophy, and policies (may be acquired upon employment)

Job Classification:

Exempt Job Type:

Full-time, Mon-Fri Salary:

$50,000.00 per year

Pay:

$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance On-the-job training Paid sick time Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person