Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance and three (3) years of experience with payroll, quarterly tax filing, and year-end processes is required. At least one year of benefit reconciliation, and experience with Ascentis is preferred.
Computer Skills
To perform this position successfully, an individual should have an advanced level of knowledge using financial and database software platforms and Microsoft Office 2016, specifically Excel and Word. Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge. Must be able to adapt and learn evolving technologies and vendor portals such as Amazon, Amazon Advantage, Bill.com, grant platforms, etc.
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, practices, and methods of accounting, auditing, internal controls and payroll
- Working independently from general instructions
- Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
- Willingness and availability to work a flexible schedule, including working remotely
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Reasoning and Problem Solving Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to problem solve and research solutions independently.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Full-time remote is possible but partial on-site days required.
The above description reflects a general overview of the responsibilities and position requirements for this job classification. It is not intended to be a complete description of all duties and requirements that may be inherent in the position.
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