General Ledger Accountant - Hillsboro, United States - Community Action Organization

Description

Job Description

Position Title:

General Ledger Accountant

Department:

Finance

Open Date:

March 14, 2024

Reports to:

To Be Assigned

Close Date:

Until Filled

Work Location:

HMSC (Hillsboro)

Hiring Range:*

$1, $1,436.40 Weekly ($59, $74,692.80 Annually)

FLSA Status:

exempt

Position Status:

Regular Full-Time

Benefit Status:

Eligible for benefits

Work Hours Per Week:

40

Number of Positions:

1

Months Active:

All

Positions Supervised:

0

*Note:

For applicants with extensive qualifications and/or years of experience, hiring range may be exceeded with approval. If approval is granted, it will be based upon careful review of the applicant's qualifications, experience, internal equity and budgetary considerations. The final rate approved will typically never be at a rate equal to or above the established midpoint of the pay range for the position.

Community Action Organization reserves the right to modify, interpret or apply this job description as needed. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties (including essential duties), and skills to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not a contract implied or otherwise and the employment relationship remains at-will. The aforementioned requirements may be subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified persons with disabilities. All positions are contingent upon funding and successful passing of all required background checks, required registry checks, and physical screenings if required.

All staff in positions which regularly require driving either company or personal vehicles while performing work on behalf of Community Action are required to provide Human Resources proof of a valid driver's license for a motor vehicle record check both at hire and annually thereafter. Human Resources will conduct a motor-vehicle record. These records will be held as confidential records in Human Resources. All accidents will be reported to Human Resources within 48 hours.

Benefits: All regular full-time (RFT) status positions of 20 hours per week or more year round or part year of .50 FTE or higher are eligible for our outstanding benefits package including:

• Individual Medical with premium covered at 90%
• Free Dental insurance for the employee
• Health care waiving employees are eligible for a health care waiver benefit of $100 per month
• Employer matched retirement dollar for dollar for the first 3%
• Generous paid sick and vacation time
• 13 paid 0bserved holidays
• Free life and long term disability insurance
• Medex travel assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Rich and diverse mission-based working environment
• Possible student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Staff meeting program criteria for use of a second language in their position may apply for and if approved qualify for a bilingual pay benefit of $100 per month

Position Summary:

In support of the Agency's mission, this position maintains the general ledger and works with financial and grant accounting tasks, engaging/apprising the Director of Finance as needed in a timely manner. This position provides guidance for accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. This position also supports audit activities/working papers, maintains the accounting system, and completes special projects as assigned. This position promotes, participates, and supports a smoothly functioning finance and accounting department which demonstrates responsible stewardship of resources, ensuring that financial and business operations are responsive to agency needs. Position may serve as supervisor to other team members as assigned by the Director of Finance.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Maintain general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries for accruals and variances.
• Reconcile accounts with the general ledger.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations. Research and work with appropriate staff to resolve outstanding items for accounts, including cash accruals, accounts payables, accounts receivables, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Update and maintain the fixed asset schedule.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Collaborate with internal departments to gather, analyze and interpret financial information.
• Maintain the chart of accounts.
• Ensure revenue and expense transactions are booked in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations, particularly 2 CFR Part OMB) Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards.
• Perform internal audits on financial data.
• Coordinate with the outside auditors for the yearly financial audit and the Single Audit (Subpart F of the OMB Uniform Guidance).
• Drive implementation and maintenance of accounting processes that meet government requirements and company policies and procedures.
• Become an expert in the financial system to ensure accurate transaction tracking and reporting.
• Maintain the functional/accounting aspects of the financial system.
• Work actively in the development, revision/enhancement of existing and potentially new financial accounting systems.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Assist staff with accounting issues and queries.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of finance and accounting processes.
• Keep abreast of regulatory requirements and accounting best practices for non-profits and government contractors.

Marginal Functions and Responsibilities:

• Other marginal functions and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Education/Training/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field and a minimum of three years of experience in general ledger accounting or Associate degree with five years of experience in general ledger accounting. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Working knowledge and demonstrated proficiency with integrated accounting systems.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills in Excel and other Microsoft products.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to manage time effectively to complete work assignments.
• Ability to work independently as well as to work successfully with a team acting as a first point of contact in problem solving.
• Ability to multi-task, while demonstrating a high level of organization and attention to detail along with the ability to solve problems as they arise.

Preferred:

• Experience with nonprofit accounting preferred.
• Experience with government contracting preferred.
• Experience in a multi-program service, multi-funded environment.
• Knowledge of Federal and State cost principles.

Required Licensing or Other Special Certifications:

• N/A

Required Physical Demands of Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Most work is conducted in an office environment with moderate to extensive phone use.
• Extensive use of video terminal and keyboarding.
• In normal work day, may stand/walk __3__ hrs/day; may sit _6_ hrs/day; may drive __1 hrs/week; may use hands for repetitive grasping, pushing and pulling, typing and fine manipulation _6_ hrs/day; may use hands at or above shoulder level for _1_ hrs/day.
• In normal work day, may bend, squat, and/or climb frequently.
• Work is light in nature, lifting maximum of 20 lbs.
• Frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 20 lbs.
• May require walking or standing to a significant degree, or sitting most of the time with a degree of pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls.

How to Apply for this Position:

To be considered we must receive a completed Community Action Employment Application form. You are welcome to also include a cover letter and resume at your option. Transcripts may be required for certain positions. Applications can be completed on our website: or you can print off the application to complete or pick up the application form at either of our following locations:

Hillsboro SW Baseline St, Hillsboro OR 97123

Beaverton SW Griffith Dr, Suite 101, Beaverton OR 97005

Be sure to submit your application in a timely manner. If you choose not to complete an online application, you can send your completed application form, optional resume and cover letter and any other required documents via fax at If you prefer to mail your application be sure to mail attention Human Resources at the Hillsboro office address above.

All application submissions will be acknowledged with a receipt notification. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you.

All current Community Action employees are encouraged to apply for openings at Community Action which they are interested in. For current employees, some qualifications may be met by an equivalent combination or education and experience at the discretion of the employer.

COMMUNITY ACTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Community Action is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state equal employment opportunity laws. Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and selection process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need.