Staff Accountant - Sacramento, United States - California State Association of Counties

Description

Job Description

Job DescriptionThe California State Association of Counties (CSAC) is proud to be the unified voice for California's 58 Counties. We are a team of advocates who partner with state and federal governments through policies, laws, and funding; and communicate the valuable and critical work accomplished through county government. Our long-term objective is to significantly improve the fiscal health of our counties and meet the demands for vital public programs and services.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced accountant who is goal-oriented, consistent, takes initiative, and wants to be part of a stellar team.

We are seeking a number-loving and detail-oriented individual who will be responsible for daily accounting tasks primarily focused on accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit card transactions. This role is responsible for computing, classifying, and recording expenditures and revenue data to maintain accounting records. This role will also assist the accounting team with financial accounting tasks, and report preparation. Additional tasks may include assisting with payroll, retirement plans, and benefits accounting.

Incredible work culture, camaraderie, and robust benefits offered to each employee

Compensation and Benefits

$60,000 -$75,000 annually based on experience. Full-time, non-exempt.

CSAC offers a full benefits package for employees including healthcare, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, travel assistance, retirement plan through a pension (reciprocal agreements with other eligible pension plans), participation in a 457b deferred compensation plan, vacation and sick leave, professional development opportunities, continuing education assistance and employer-paid parking.

Schedule

8:00 – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday

A partial hybrid work schedule will be considered upon completion of the probationary period. Minimal travel includes the annual statewide conference and staff retreat once a year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience
• Expert in QuickBooks Online
• Possess technical aptitude (proficiency in MS Office applications, Expensify, and Ramp a plus)
• Experience in Accounts Payable
• Experience in Accounts Receivable/Collections
• Proficient in handling credit card transactions
• Proficient in general accounting and bookkeeping principles and practices
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong work ethic
• Experience working in a non-profit or association setting is a plus

General Responsibilities

• Accounts Receivable - including preparation of invoices, customer record maintenance, and collections
• Accounts Payable - including coding and data entry of expenses, vendor record maintenance, expense report processing, and processing check runs
• Credit card expense coding and maintenance
• Document review - check figures, postings, and documents for accuracy and proper codes
• Post financial information to appropriate GL accounts, review accounts for accuracy, and investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Operate computers and accounting software to record, store, and analyze information
• Assist with monthly close procedures, including preparing journal entries, billing out invoices, completing account reconciliations, and preparing supporting schedules
• Scan and file electronic copies of accounting paperwork to maintain accurate records for the annual audit
• Assist with year-end audit support with preparation of schedules and documentation
• Assist accounting team with bi-weekly payroll, benefits paperwork, pension calculations, and pension reporting
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

We look forward to getting to know you

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