Accounting Specialist
Primary Functions
The Accounting Specialist is responsible for providing accounting/financial support and human resources assistance. The Accounting Specialist reports to the Controller. The primary focus of this role is accounting/financial support.
Accounting/Financial
- Process operating and grantee payments
- Verify account balances for grantee payments and operating accounts
- Post accounts receivable and accounts payable
- Maintain vendor records
- Prepare bank deposits and maintain deposit ledger
- Implement wire transfers and maintain wire transfer and signatory authorization records
- Record journal entries for payroll in general ledger (salaries, retirement, payroll taxes, etc.)
- Manage Treasury & QuickBooks Software
- Manage various reporting requirements
- Continually assess and ensure compliance with internal controls
- Support preparation of account reconciliations
- Support preparation of Sales Tax Refund Form
- Assist with schedules for Form 990 Tax Returns
Human Resources
- Support of human resource activities including, but not limited to, assisting with matters related to employee benefits, monitoring vacation and sick leave accrual, and maintaining employee records
- Assist with the development and maintenance of an HR portal for employees
- Assist with the development and oversight of HR-related training for employees
- Manage upload and download of data within ADP applications (i.e. Timekeeping)
Job description:
Preferred Attributes
- Must be self-motivated, results-driven and able to manage multiple projects at one time. Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize under deadlines is essential
- Demonstrate a high standard of excellence, accuracy and consistency, personal integrity, and accountability
- Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Familiarity with rural North Carolina and commitment to the mission of the Golden LEAF Foundation is highly desired
Minimum Qualifications
- At least three years of experience in an accounting/finance role or at least three years of experience performing the tasks listed above in the Accounting/Financial section
- Knowledge/understanding of internal control practices
- Demonstrated proficiency in use of Microsoft Excel
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge/understanding of common employee benefits including health insurance and leave (vacation and sick time)
- Experience in researching, developing, or implementing new processes to streamline and improve workflows, with preference for experience that includes the use of new technology
- Experience utilizing QuickBooks
Location:
Rocky Mount
Compensation:
$55,000 – $65,000
Contact:
Questions about this position can be directed to Kasey Ginsberg, Vice President/Chief of Staff by email: kginsberg@goldenleaf.org.