Staff Accountant

Summary: The Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting in the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting and reporting of consolidated business results, and the integrity of the general ledger.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare monthly journal entries.
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations, as assigned, to verify accuracy of account balances.
• Assist with variance analysis and provide explanations for fluctuations in financial results.
• Responsible for sending positive pay files to the bank.
• Maintain accurate cash balances and record daily activity.
• Assist with the Consolidated Fiscal Report, 990s, and other government related reports.
• Assist with external audits.
• Assist with preparation of agency budgets and forecasts.
• Complete 1099s timely and accurately.
• File abandoned property documentation annually
• Reconcile 941's to the general ledger quarterly.
• Maintain schedule of rents and leases.
• Process invoices as requested
• Perform special projects as assigned
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures and internal controls.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as required by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Motivated
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with different levels of employees
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines
• Willing to adapt to change, curious about innovation and modernization in dynamic workplace environment Familiarity with accounting software and programs
• Fundamental understanding of GAAP

Education and Experience:

 • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required

•No experience is required, newly grads welcome to apply

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Ability to sit continuously
• Ability to reach above shoulder level
• Ability to turn/twist upper body
• Ability to use hand for repetitive action and fine manipulating for the purpose of keyboarding

The listed salary range represents the organization's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The offered salary will be determined by: Applicant qualifications and experience, education, position specific licensing/training and departmental budgets. 

CDS Life Transitions is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, military or veteran status, gender expression and/or identity, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. CDS Life Transitions will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 585-347-1616