Accounting Associate

OVERVIEW Performs complex bookkeeping, and accounting assignments and prepares accounting statements and financial reports, clerical, and other duties as assigned. Reports to Director of Administration. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ensures transactions are completed in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with all applicable company regulations, policies, and guidelines. Assists the NSBA with maintenance of its membership management system (data entry) and processing of association dues and event registrations. Executes routine accounts payable, accounts receivable, and accounting transactions including allocating costs to departments according to departmental procedures. Processes payroll through 3rd party vendor and prepares necessary payroll reports. Posts journal entries to general ledger. Prepares grant reports and tracks related expenditures. Prepares supporting grant documentation ensuring accuracy and completeness from payables transactions. Proofs accounting reports for clerical accuracy. Generates reconciliations, financial reports and various accounting statements to be used by supervisor or auditors. Other duties as assigned. Provide backup for other departments including reception. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE, SKILLS Associates degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred Thorough understanding of accounting practices and procedures Required experience: Proficient in Quickbooks online accounting software MS Office (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel-intermediate or above level) Prior experience with payroll and nonprofit organizations Must be willing and able to learn new tasks, acquire new skills, and creatively approach problem solving. The ideal candidate has a strong attention to detail, customer service orientation, good verbal communication skills, demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, is organized and team oriented. EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK Normal days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Flexible work arrangements may be available after a probationary period. BENEFITS paid individual healthcare and dental insurance health savings account 401K retirement plan life insurance disability plan holidays vacation sick leave #J-18808-Ljbffr