Staff Accountant I

Reports to:  
Chief Financial Officer       Department: Accounting Services

Classification: Full-time             Status: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for a variety of job duties that are designed to maintain our financial integrity. The Staff Accountant will work directly with other members of the accounting team to ensure the delivery of effective, efficient accounting services.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Review incoming order forms for proper coding, quantities requested and authorized approvals; issues orders to approved vendors, inspects, and verifies supplies received against invoice and packing slip; initiates requests for vendor corrections. 
• Ensure the ordering spreadsheet is maintained and up to date.
• Coordinate and processes agency apparel requests.
• Enter journal entries into Accounting Software System.
• Record daily monetary collections on the Deposit Record spreadsheet.
• Maintain electronic accounting files.
• Assist with external monitoring reports, program audits and agency audits.
• Collect In-Kind documentation from all departments.
• Verify In-Kind documentation is completed accurately and, in its entirety.
• Enter In-Kind documentation into Apricot according to agency policies and procedures.
• Completes periodic Quality Assurance checks on In-Kind entry.
• Provide In-Kind training for staff.
• Share responsibility for maintaining clean, sanitary, and orderly facilities and common areas in support of a safe and professional work environment.

• Participate in training and instruction as directed.

• Respect and support cultural differences and diverse family structures.
• Demonstrate good work habits such as arriving on time and adhering to appropriate break times.
• Attend mandatory training and staff meetings.
• Responsibility to report any suspected abuse or neglect to appropriate authority.
• Advocate for SEK-CAP, Inc. in the community.
• Completes required documentation and reports. 
• Maintain and assure confidentiality and privacy of SEK-CAP, Inc. customers.
• Uphold and promote the Code of Ethics, Core Values, and Mission Statement of SEK-CAP, Inc.
• Support management decisions both in actions and words.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Essential:

• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office and/or ability to learn various systems.
• Basic operating knowledge of general office equipment such as photocopiers, faxes, and phone systems.
• Ability to get along with diverse personalities; tactful, mature, and flexible.
• Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the general public and to communicate effectively and clearly both orally and in writing.
• Resourceful and well organized.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with co-workers, community partners, and customers.
• Ability to learn and adapt.

 

Desired:

• Knowledge of federal and state grant requirements and grant-funded programs
• Accounting, auditing, and financial management.

 

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field, is preferred.
• Minimum of two years of related experience.
• Possess current, valid driver’s license and meet agency insurance underwriting guidelines.
• Submit to and pass standard criminal history check.
• Submit to and pass a standard drug screen test.
• Obtain a First Aid card and CPR certification.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent use of hands for typing, handling documents, and performing other office tasks.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions such as typing and mouse use for extended periods.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, telephones, printers, copiers, and scanners.
• Occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather.
• Noise level is typically quiet to moderate.
• Occasional travel within the agency's service area for training, meetings, conferences, and other agency-related activities.

 

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental Insurance
  
• Vision Insurance
  
• Paid Disability Insurance
• Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Paid Training
  
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

 

SEK-CAP, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.