About the Department

Accountant I

Position Duties

Maintains the general ledger, including preparation of journal entries with supporting analysis and documentation
Completes monthly and year-end balancing and reconciling for state, federal and institutional funds
Sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts, and closes monthly books
Reconciles bank accounts timely, verifies deposits, and addresses bank inquiries
Runs payroll feed processes to the general ledger, making journal entries as needed
Assists in the preparation of year-end financial statements
Other related duties, as assigned

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Financeor related field
Master’s degree preferred
Two (2) years’ accounting experience

Knowledge of GenerallyAccepted Accounting Principles
Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Strong communicationskills, verbal, written andinterpersonal
Effective time management skills
Strong analytical skills
Ability to interpret federal and state laws andregulations
Ability to analyze financial data and effectively communicate findings tomanagement
Ability to make sound and independent judgments

: We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page.