Accountant I

Job Description

Job Description

General Summary:  

 

This is an entry-level accounting position responsible for basic financial record-keeping tasks, including data entry, account reconciliation, generating reports, and assisting with basic financial analysis, typically under the supervision of a more senior accountant, often requiring strong attention to detail and proficiency in accounting software and accounting principles. 

JOB DUTIES:

• Entering vendor bills into our accounting software with accurate due dates.
• Maintaining accounts receivable and accounts payable records.
• Maintaining new vendor creation and updating existing vendor records.
• Preparing journal entries.
• Generating basic financial reports like trial balances and schedules.
• Assisting with budget preparation.
• Data entry into accounting software.
• Filing and maintaining accounting documents.
• Collection of past due accounts.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 0-2 years of experience in accounting or finance positions.
• Proficient in MS Office and accounting software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Works well under pressure.
• General understanding of accounting regulations and procedure, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills.

COMPETENCIES:

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.