Accountant - Frederick, United States - Ymca Of Frederick County

Ymca Of Frederick County

Verified Company

Frederick, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Deadline to apply:
April 30, 2024

***: This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening the Frederick community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The accountant will perform functions related to general accounting, monthly financial reporting, and budgeting & forecasting; document, implement and follow accounting policies and procedures for assigned responsibilities; confirm and abide by all applicable federal, state and local regulations related to assigned duties; assist in preparation of complete and accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provides peer to peer leadership and support to other accounting personnel and operations staff.
Perform various accounting activities and miscellaneous duties associated with general accounting

Tasks include:

Monthly journal entries, account reconciliations and balance sheet review
Reconcile subledger transactions posted to the General Ledger.
Proper allocation of revenues and expenses to departments, programs and grants.
Submission of financial data, invoices, reports, etc. to both internal and external customers, funders and stakeholders.
Assist the Director of Finance in preparation of monthly financial statements and supporting analysis.
Assist management staff with annual budgets and periodic forecasting. Prepare and/or review monthly variance to budget and forecast analysis.
Assist with the maintenance of an accounting system to accomplish the proper recording and reporting of all operations, transactions, assets and liabilities of the YMCA for all funds.
Serves as a resource person to management and program personnel in all matters relating to accounting, budgeting & forecasting and financial reporting.
Maintain records, and prepare various internal and external reports, including reports for various federal and state agencies.
Provides requested documentation and support for annual independent audit and tax return preparations, including IRS Form 990.
Conducts special internal audits, accounting studies, analyses and cost studies as required.

Provides recommendations.

Document policies, procedures, workflow, and checklists for assigned responsibilities.
Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum of 1 year of accounting experience.
Experience working with Federal Grants preferred.
Understanding of and experience in GAAP are required.
Experience in a nonprofit environment is preferred.
Knowledge of banks, banking systems and cash management.
Knowledge of and expertise with computerized accounting systems.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly MS Excel, ability to develop and use spreadsheets and standard business software systems.***
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Ability to work cross
functionally with other groups and as a contributing team member.
Ability to exercise independent judgment to ascertain the reasonableness and accuracy of information.
Strong analytical, problemsolving and organizational skills.
Capable of working independently and managing multiple priorities; must be a selfstarter and take the initiative in completing projects and assignments.
Excellent written and verbal communications with the ability to share knowledge at appropriate levels of the association.
Customer focused with strong attention to detail and capable of delivering accurate, quality results in a timely, consistent, and professional manner.
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to interact comfortably and respectfully with all levels of personnel. Proven ability to successfully manage and resolve conflict.