ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Job Title: Accounting Specialist

Full Time position - 40 hours per week

Starting Pay Rate: $51,750 - $57,000 a year.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, and 401(k)

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

JOB PURPOSE

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for providing accounting support to accountants and accounting supervisory staff within the department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & BASIC DUTIES

• Key in resales of unit ownership into
• Key in Mutual receipts
• Key in Trust receipts
• Prepare and process owner refunds
• Reapply payments as necessary
• Complete monthly delinquency process
• Perform AP and AR duties as necessary
• Serve as the Accounts Receivable backup
• Assist with other duties in the department
• Filing
• Prepare and maintain accounting documents and records, and researching discrepancies
• Prepare bank deposits, general ledger postings and statements, including remote deposit, which involves sorting out mail, matching coupons and making a batch for deposit
• Reconcile accounts
• Enter key data of financial transactions in data base daily
• Compile and sort invoices and checks, processes invoices for payment and checks for deposit
• Issue checks for accounts payable and mails them out
• Record business transactions and keys daily worksheets to general ledger system
• Input type vouchers, invoices, checks, account statements, reports, and other records
• Match invoices to checks for signature
• Utilize computer systems to run databases, pay bills and order supplies
• Coordinate customer acceptance of payment
• Assist Accountants with resident communications, including payment coupons and mailings
• Distribute association financials and delinquency reports
• Monthly shredding of confidential documents and checks
• Customer service including assisting residents and Accountants
• Performs other accounting and clerical functions to support department as required
• All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) - Required
• Associates Degree (two years of college or technical school) in accounting, finance, business administration or related field with 2-4 years of experience
• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field, with 0-2 years of experience.

YEARS AND TYPE OF EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree with 0-2 years of experience or Associates Degree with 2-4 years of experience.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as spreadsheets, balance sheets, invoices, and correspondence. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to make and verify computations with accuracy, to compile statistical data and prepare routine reports and to work under time constraints
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with community residents and outside organizations and agencies at various levels
• Ability to resolve problems in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to take care of customers' needs while following company procedures
• Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted and paying attention to the minute details of a project or task
• Ability to use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, set up functions, enter data, or process information
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Knowledge of accounting terms, principles, and processes
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations
• Knowledge and experience with accounting computer applications
• Working knowledge of Jenark accounting software - Preferred
• Proficient in EXCEL, WORD
• Proficient in use of 10 key adding machine.

We can offer you a challenging and rewarding environment with many opportunities to learn, grow and achieve great results. If you want to be a part of our team, we'd love to hear from you. Competitive Salary and excellent benefits.