Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant

McKinley: Youth, Family, and Community are what we are all about! We offer a great working environment and benefits package! McKinley encourages growth so that you can Be your Best H.U.M.A.N.

At McKinley employees share a set of guiding principles: We embrace a culture that is Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, Nurturing. - H.U.M.A.N.

The Company: McKinley is a highly respected welfare organization with a comprehensive array of programs and services – which touch nearly 1,800 lives annually – include short term residential treatment program (STRTP), Foster Care, Adoptions, Mental Health Services, and Special Education. McKinley has 5 locations throughout southern California with our main campus located in San Dimas. We embrace a culture that is Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, Nurturing. McKinley has created a Hopeful environment, in which we choose optimism in finding the motivation to achieve our greatest dreams. We are a team dedicated to Understanding individual needs and do so by listening and embracing each individual's stories. We strongly embrace our agency's Morals by treating everyone with kindness and respect. At McKinley, we acknowledge our team member's and clients' Awesome qualities by celebrating what makes each individual unique. We are dedicated to Nurturing a Trauma-Informed Integrated Care approach that has created a unique culture within the organization. We celebrate diversity by our commitment to cultivating an inclusive and affirming environment for all.

The Position

We are looking for a Junior Accountant, who can-do entry-level accounting tasks and general ledger entries. This position is responsible for accounting operations, including assisting with entering daily transactional activity. This role will analyze balance sheets, manage general ledger accounts, maintain accounts receivable and accounts payable, pay monthly payroll, and prepare financial reports. Additionally, this role will be working in a team environment that requires the ability to prioritize tasks and responsibilities.

Compensation and Benefits

The pay range we're offering is $20.00 - $24.00 hourly rate (Based) on education and experience.

Our people are the heart of our organization, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match up to 3%
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Credit Union Membership
• Training Opportunities to Further Personal and Professional Growth

Education/Experience Required

A Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance preferred or Business related degree required from an accredited College or University. 2 years' related experience is preferred.

Computer/Office Skills Required:

• Proficiency with Google Mail and Microsoft Office applications; especially Excel; Relevant Accounting Software.
• General Office Skills, Excellent written and Communication Skills.
• Must be highly detail oriented and organized. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus.
• Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction from manager to accomplish objectives
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance creativity, problem solving, and results
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Able to multitask and prioritize work effectively
• We are currently using SAGE100c for the Accounting software and Stampli for Accounts Payable.

Physical Skills Required :

• Must pass pre-employment physical exam, TB and drug screening
• Ability to commute to various sites; ability to lift 10 pounds for filing

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to learn and manage tasks for Accounts Receivables and Payables processing and reconciliations
• Monitor AP and AR to ensure payments are up to date and resolve invoice discrepancies
• Prepare Non-Public School, FFA and STRTP billing to be processed by gathering, sorting, organizing, and recording data, information, and documents
• Follow up for payments on a weekly manner and resolve inconsistencies by investigating issues and composing responses
• Act as a liaison for vendors to reconcile any billing discrepancies / Contact vendors regarding past due accounts
• Respond to emails and/or phone calls from staff efficiently regarding check requests payment status
• Provide timely reports to McKinley's management team
• Actively participate in the agency's Program Quality Improvement (PQI) plan
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and support schedules according to corporate timelines
• Assist with the monthly close procedures and preparation of financial statements
• Prepare bank and account reconciliations (cash, liabilities, fixed assets, payroll accruals) and supporting sub-ledgers
• Research and resolve account reconciling items
• Assist with preparation of audit sampling package for external & internal audits
• Support other team members as necessary
• Perform additional assignments or projects as assigned.
• Process and reconcile credit card payments and statements
• Review and post accrued expenses and revenue
• Follow through on commitments made to staff

Why Should You Apply?

• Our Mission- work for an organization that makes a real difference in people's lives
• Competitive pay
• Several benefits options
• Employee tuition reimbursement
• Great training for staff

Join McKinley to Be Your Best H.U.M.A.N.