Accounting Specialist

Applicants must successfully meet all background screening and employment eligibility requirements applicable to the position. Must meet all requirements for employment established by Head Start Program Performance Standards, state childcare licensing regulations, and agency policies.

Summary

Under the direction of the CFO, the Accounting Specialist will be responsible for providing support and assistance with all facets of the fiscal department. It is their responsibility to manage and maintain all documents related to producing accurate financial statements in compliance of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular, and Cod of Federal Regulations (CFR).

This position ensures that all reports and entries, are ready for approval of CFO so that they can be submitted in a timely manner.

Primary duties:

• Participate in the comprehension, development, implementation, and support of all fiscal policies, procedures, and forms
• Process all accounting entries types (general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll, and purchasing) within accounting software
• Prepare and reconcile monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc statutory and program reports
• Conduct self-assessment and internal monitoring reviews
• Analyze, research, and correct causes of deficiencies and variances involving the appropriate reporting of the organization’s financial status
• Assist with developing, tracking and managing all budgets
• Represent the Fiscal department in internal and external relations, including but not limited to liaising with programmatic staff, clients, and vendors
• Provides guidance and support to management and departmental representative given tasks and concerns
• Assist with audits of programmatic and financial requirements
• Gain knowledge through on-going and cross-training, and professional development plans to fulfill roles and responsibilities, may require travel accommodations

Education

Baccalaureate degree preferred in accounting/finance or related area

Experience

Two years’ experience in accounting

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person