Senior Accountant (Tucson)

Please note: This is not a remote position.

OVERVIEW

Apply accounting principles to prepare financial reports, analyze financial data and ensure financial compliance. Maintain and execute a variety of financial procedures, including month‑end and year‑end general ledger closings, balance sheet account reconciliations. Play a key role in major annual audits. Position may from time to time be stressful and require a high demand of performance including setting priorities, meeting deadlines and improving processes. May perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Follows Catholic Community Services established accounting policy and procedures Reconciles assigned balance sheet, revenue and expense accounts in accordance with the organization’s accounting policy and GAAP Prepares and maintains sub‑ledgers; reconciles sub‑ledgers monthly to the general ledger, including researching and resolving differences Initiates and processes journal entries into the general ledger Maintains financial procedures and confirms financial compliance Prepares and posts monthly expense allocations Prepares and posts payroll and payroll‑related expenses, including reclassifying entries Prepares and maintains schedules and documentation for external auditors Provides customer service, including answering accounting questions, researching financial information, and interpreting financial data Uses accounting software to process, record, and report accounting data Prepares government grant billing as needed to support the business office team Prepares monthly financial reports for various agencies Exercises professional judgment and assumes responsibility for decisions Protects the organization’s value by keeping confidential information May drive personal or agency vehicle on company business

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting Five or more years of directly related experience Proven proficiency in accounting, accounting software, and Microsoft Excel Proven ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks/assignments and meet deadlines Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail Proven strong oral and written communication skills that are clear, concise, and organized using appropriate style, grammar, and tone Proven record of excellent customer service and teamwork

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is completed primarily indoors in an office environment Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer Requires managing competing priorities in an occasionally high‑stress environment

REGULATORY

Must be at least 18 years of age Valid driver license, proof of insurance, and 39‑month motor vehicle report Ability to obtain and maintain Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card and FBI National Criminal Records History Report (employer paid) Pass pre‑employment drug screen (includes marijuana, regardless of recreational use laws) (employer paid)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Seven or more years of directly related experience with government funding, or three or more years in public accounting Experience with Financial Edge Accounting System Proficient knowledge of Uniform Guidance compliance

STATEMENT

The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

EEO STATEMENT

We are an affirmative action equal opportunity employer for all individuals. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona