Accountant

Accountant supports CareerSource Palm Beach County (CSPBC) by preparing, reviewing, reconciling, and analyzing accounting entries, documents, and reports to ensure accuracy, ethical representation, GAAP compliance, and adherence to grant and organizational requirements.

COMPENSATION

Earn $28.85-$31.25 per hour with full-time hours, daytime schedule, and a full benefits package including PTO, health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Verify, code, and post accounts payable batches, journal entries, and other business transactions with proper support. Assist with cash request reports for drawdown and review general ledger activity for accuracy and proper coding. Prepare bank reconciliations and research and resolve reconciling items timely. Review contractor, vendor, and subrecipient billings for contract compliance, allowability, accuracy, and documentation. Assist with audits, budget preparation, financial reporting, monitoring reviews, procedure updates, and process improvements. Maintain current knowledge of GAAP, Uniform Guidance, workforce funding requirements, policies, and internal controls. Review timesheets and assist in preparing payroll information for submittal, including related reconciliations and accounting entries. Assist in the reconciliation of employee benefit accounts and other assigned balance sheet accounts. Prepare allocations and labor distributions and ensure costs are charged to appropriate funding sources. Maintain financial records and documentation to support audits, monitoring, compliance reviews, and management decisions. Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or other related degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred. Knowledge of MIP/Momentive accounting software and Microix or similar systems is preferred. Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel are strongly desired; spreadsheet and reconciliation experience is preferred. Must be familiar with GAAP, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), internal controls, and grant accounting practices, and demonstrate high ethical standards.

COMPETENCIES/ABILITIES

Customer Focus: Responds to internal and external customers and maintains effective working relationship. Time Management: Prioritizes work effectively and meets payroll, drawdown, reconciliation, reporting, and audit deadlines. Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Reviews financial data carefully; identifies discrepancies; ensures accounting entries, reconciliations, billings, and reports are complete, accurate, and properly documented. Functional and Technical Skills: Has the functional and technical accounting knowledge and skills to perform the job at a high level, including general ledger review, reconciliations, payroll-related accounting, cost allocation, and grant accounting support. Written Communications: Is able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; prepares accurate documentation, explanations, and reports that achieve the desired effect. Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to people inside and outside the organization; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact when resolving accounting, documentation, or compliance issues. Compliance Orientation: Applies GAAP, Uniform Guidance, funding requirements, internal controls, and organizational policies consistently; maintains confidentiality and handles financial, payroll, vendor, and employee information with integrity. Analytical Thinking: Reviews accounting records, reconciliations, reports, and supporting documentation to identify trends, errors, risks, and needed corrections; recommends practical process improvements when appropriate.

KEY JOB BEHAVIORS

Support : Collaborates effectively with coworkers and management. Promotes service excellence by fostering a cooperative and respectful work environment. Support & Teamwork : Collaborates effectively with coworkers and management. Promotes service excellence by fostering a cooperative and respectful work environment. Customer Focus : Builds and maintains strong customer relationships through responsiveness, empathy, and proactive problem-solving. Anticipates customer needs, resolves concerns effectively, and strives to exceed service expectations. Communication : Communicates clearly and respectfully in both verbal and written formats. Actively listens, builds rapport, and adjusts communication style for different audiences. Accountability & Effectiveness : Takes ownership of responsibilities and consistently delivers accurate, timely results. Prioritizes work effectively, follows through on commitments, and demonstrates reliability in meeting deadlines and performance expectations. Job Knowledge & Continuous Improvement : Applies technical, product, and industry knowledge effectively in daily responsibilities. Seeks opportunities to expand expertise, improve processes, and maintain high standards of accuracy and quality. Relationship Management : Develops trust-based relationships with customers and business partners. Demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, and a commitment to long-term customer satisfaction and retention. Problem Solving : Identifies issues, evaluates options, and implements effective solutions in a timely manner. Uses critical thinking and sound decision-making to address customer and business needs. Results Orientation : Demonstrates initiative and a commitment to achieving individual and team objectives. Monitors progress, adapts to changing priorities, and focuses on delivering measurable business outcomes.

TRANSPORTATION

Reliable transportation and the ability to travel in personal or commercial vehicles as required to accomplish assigned duties. If traveling in your personally owned vehicle, valid vehicle insurance is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The working conditions are typical of a professional office environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. The employee may occasionally be required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, or lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This position requires the ability to communicate effectively and to operate standard office equipment. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a complete listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time. #J-18808-Ljbffr CareerSource Palm Beach County