Accounting Administrator

Accounting Support

Under direct supervision, uses basic knowledge and skills obtained through on-the-job training to support the accounting group by preparing, reviewing, and processing transactions and maintaining documents, records and files. Specific, detailed instructions and procedures are provided to perform routine, repetitive tasks. Resolves routine questions and problems and refers more complex issues to a higher level. Routine contact with internal and external customers is required to obtain, clarify or provide facts and information.

Responsibilities:

• Assists in preparing, reviewing, processing, and maintaining accounting documents, records, and files.
• Assists in coding and posting transactions to proper accounts in an automated accounting system.
• Assists in researching transaction discrepancies.
• Assists in gathering and compiling data for assigned functions.
• Processes and distributes incoming/outgoing mail, as required.
• Obtains required signatures on supporting documents and generates checks.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Basic office practices, procedures, and methods
• Basic accounting concepts, practices, and procedures.
• General ledger accounting software packages or ability to learn specific tasks.

Skill in:

• Entering transactions into an automated accounting system.
• Researching basic transaction discrepancies.
• Preparing, processing, and maintaining transaction documentation, files, and records.
• Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications to produce correspondence, electronic communication and maintain spreadsheets and databases.

Ability to:

• Identify and resolve basic accounting problems.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels.
• Demonstrate efficiency and flexibility in performing detailed transactional tasks in a fast-paced work environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Provide a high level of customer service.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one (1) year of business experience.
• ~or~
• Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.

Education

Bachelor's: Accounting, Bachelor's: Business Administration, Bachelor's: Finance, High School (HS)

Work Experience

General Experience - 13 months to 3 years

Certifications

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Hybrid

The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to:

• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.