Posted 1mo ago

Accounting Specialist

@ Southern Maryland Tri-County Community Action Committee
Hughesville, Maryland, United States
$58k-$73k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Payroll processing, Accounts payable, Accounts receivable
Requirements Summary:High School Diploma and 5 years of experience; bachelor’s preferred with 3 years’ related experience; equivalent education and 5 years acceptable.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, SAGE/MIP Accounting Software
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Job Description Summary:

The Accounting Specialist reports directly to the Finance Director and is responsible for the accurate and timely execution of the Agency’s financial operations, including:

  • Payroll Processing
  • Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
  • Payroll Reporting


This role ensures compliance with organizational policies and financial standards while maintaining confidentiality and delivering high-quality support to the Finance Department.


Position Requirements Summary:

Education & Experience:

  • Required: High School Diploma and 5 years of experience.
  • Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Management, or equivalent and 3 years of experience in business administration or accounting.
  • Alternative: Equivalent education and 5 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management may be substituted.

 

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other software applications for data retrieval, spreadsheet creation, and reporting.
  • Working knowledge of SAGE/MIP Accounting Software.

 

Professional Standards:

  • Must always maintain confidentiality.

 

Communication Skills:

  • Ability to communicate effectively, appropriately, and professionally in both written and verbal formats with coworkers, supervisors, customers, and vendors.


Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Payroll Administration 
    • Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of Agency payroll.
    • Set up new employees and update existing employee information in the MIP payroll system.
    • Prepare payroll entry data from timesheets with precision.
    • Transfer payroll entry data into the Agency’s accounting system.
    • Maintain payroll ledger by quarters for accurate recordkeeping.
    • Prepare and file quarterly 941 forms in compliance with federal regulations.
    • Prepare and transmit Federal Tax Deposits on time.
    • Prepare checks for State Tax Deposits and other payable withholding items as required.

 

Accounts Payable

  • Responsible for Accounts Payable for Agency programs.
  • Code all AP transactions to proper ledger accounts.
  • Maintain the General Ledger (GL) and all books of original entries.
  • Prepare accurate allocations, distributions, and timely payments for Agency program billings.

 

Accounts Receivable & Financial Reporting

  • Prepare invoicing and timely monthly financial statements for funding sources.
  • Provide appropriate follow-up on outstanding debts owed to the Agency.
  • Assist with accurate reporting and compliance for all financial activities.


Accounts Receivable

  • Responsible for Accounts Receivable for Agency programs.
  • Prepare cash receipts and enter them into the accounting system.
  • Research outstanding invoices and resolve issues with vendors.
  • Research complex coding errors and make necessary journal entries to correct.


Audit & Compliance

  • Assist in the preparation of audits and reconciliation of accounts.


Attend all available training to stay current on funding requirements.


Perform other duties as assigned.


Licenses or Certificates:

  • None required.

 

Special Requirements:

  • State and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Check.
  • National Sex Offender Public Registry Check.
  • Physical examination and Tuberculin PPD Tine Test at time of employment and annually (or as required by physician).
  • Pre-employment, random, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.

 

Physical Demands:

  • Work requires limited physical effort.

 

Application Instructions:

Applications Accepted By:

  • Mail: SMTCCAC, Inc. – Human Resources Department P.O. Box 280 Hughesville, MD 20637
  • Online: http://www.smtccac.org

 

Required Documents:

  • Completed application and resume.
  • Applications and documents submitted with missing information will not be considered.
  • Do not send applications via fax.

 

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer