Position Summary:
The Accounting Generalist’s primary responsibilities include but are not limited to processing accounts receivable, processing accounts payables for Personal Use Funds (PUF’s) and other accounting functions and supports for the Finance & Accounting department.
Position Duties & Responsibilities:
In a manner consistent with supporting The Arc NCR Mission Statement the Accounting Generalist shall do the following:
Complete, maintain and submit required reports and documentation in a timely manner
Efficiently and effectively process accounts payable for the Personal Use Funds Accounts
Complete reconciliations of Personal Use Funds (PUF) Accounts for the individuals supported by The Agency ensuring timely and accurate submissions of PUF funds
Process invoices for contracts and other government billings
Perform collection activities and investigate outstanding invoices
Maintain and file all supporting documents in a timely manner
Provide routine or as needed accounting supports that contribute to the effective functioning of the Finance Department
Provide support to the overall functioning of the Accounting department:
Act as backup for Grocery and Petty Cash Reconciliations
Act as backup for Accounts Payable and
Participate in the audit process
Other duties as assigned
Essential Skills and Core Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following skills and core competencies:
Communication
Employee fosters open communication; provides timely information to other teams; listens actively and values other’s input; tailors messages to the appropriate audiences; presents self in a cheerful, positive manner at all times; communicates professionally in both verbal and written forms; professionally communicates conflicting points of view.
Builds Collaborative Relationships
Employee works cooperatively with others; treats others with dignity and respect; focuses on solving conflict proactively and positively; provides assistance to others when needed; recognizes agency’s culture and incorporates the mission and core values into daily activities; understands that they are part of ONE team to accomplish ONE mission.
Results Oriented
Employee is an executor; produces consistent and quality work with a sense of urgency; meets all agreed upon deadlines and assigned goals; takes the time to effectively plan and prioritize work activities; does what it takes to get the job done.
Self-Accountable
Employee assesses own strengths and weaknesses; takes action for his or her own performance; admits and learns from mistakes; is resilient; solicits, is open to, and uses performance feedback; pursues training and development opportunities to continuously build knowledge and skills.
Flexibility
Employee proactively remains flexible in the event of an unpredictable circumstance and adapts to change in the work environment; changes individual approach or method to best fit the situation; recognizes and responds to frequent changes, maintains a positive “can do” attitude during change; builds commitment and overcomes resistance by sharing the why’s; is proactive; has the ability to identify needed change and does it before being asked or before the situation requires it; willing to take independent action to change the direction of events;
Organizational Participation
Employee participates and enlists participation of others; volunteers readily; seeks increased responsibilities and takes on challenging assignments; shows an interest in what others have to say; values differences among team members; takes the time to get to know coworkers, builds rapport and establishes a common bond with coworkers.
Analytical Problem Solving
Employee has the ability to solve both complex and uncomplicated problems; make decisions based on available information; displays original thinking and creativity; uses sound judgment about what ideas will work and moves those ideas forward; strives to improve productivity and efficiency; meets with resourcefulness; generates suggestions; continuously improve processes and service; anticipates roadblocks and course corrects.
Education, Training and Experience:
High School Diploma is required; Associates Degree in a financial related area is preferred
Two - Three (2-3) years of experience in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable within a high volume fast paced environment
Fluent in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel at an intermediate level, Outlook, etc.)
QuickBooks experience a plus
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform successfully the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be expected to operate successfully certain office equipment but not limited to: desktop PC, laptop computer, printers, scanners, and copiers. An employee in this position must be able to lift up to [25] pounds, demonstrate approved physical intervention techniques (BPS training methods) and demonstrate CPR.
An employee in this position will be required to maintain records related to the position. He or she will be required to have sufficient mobility to attend meetings inside and outside the office; he or she will be required to have sufficient fine motor skills to use a keyboard and telephone, handle, manipulate and retrieve documents pertinent to the position. This employee is required to hear (with or without hearing devices), speak (with or without associated devices), and see (with or without corrective lenses).
Other Requirements
Access to reliable transportation
Active valid driver’s license and driving record that has no more than two (2) points.
Maintenance of all required trainings under DDA guidelines and The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region policies and procedures
Flexibility of scheduling to meet agency and program needs
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