Job Posting - Sr. Accountant

J O B   P O S T I N G

Position:   Sr. Accountant                                                             Recommended Salary: $50,000-$55,000

                                                                                              

Reports To:  Manager                                                                    Business Unit: Finance 

Department: Accounting                                                              Posted:  May 4, 2015 to May 25, 2015               

This position performs a variety of general accounting functions within the Accounting Department.  Primary responsibilities will be in the area of monitoring expenditures and cash receipts and processing month-end accounting transactions to ensure the timely and accurate processing of monthly journal entries to the general ledger.

In this position you will be responsible for the following duties:

Analyze all general ledger accounts.  Assist the manager in the preparation of the monthly trial balance.  Assist manager of accounting with month/year-end reconciliations and preparation of closing journal entries.  Assist in the preparation of work papers for annual audit.  Prepare monthly Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) invoice.  Prepare budget to actual expenditures analysis.  Perform monthly reconciliation of the CareerLink/ Integrated Center general ledger accounts and prepare corresponding journal entries.  Analyze PACareerLink/Integrated Center operating accounts on a monthly basis for accuracy and consistency.  Analyze Philadelphia Works operating expense accounts on a monthly basis for consistency and accuracy; perform adjusting entries when necessary.  Record cash receipts and make daily bank deposits.  Record monthly account receivable entry for Philadelphia Works operations, CareerLink/Integrated Center and miscellaneous accounts. Review and maintain Philadelphia Works draw schedule.  Compare draw schedule to the general ledger cash account, prepare adjusting journal entries as necessary.  Perform monthly bank reconciliations.  Prepare monthly payroll journal entry.  Act as backup to the Payroll Administrator in the processing of semi-monthly payroll.

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in Finance or Accounting with a minimum of 4 years advanced level accounting or auditing experience.

MIP experience required. Experience in a non-profit accounting environment for Federal/State, Grants and Contracts preferred.

Or, any combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Human Resources Department.

·         Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures.

·         Ability to prepare complex and detailed analysis of financial data.

·         Ability to meet deadlines.

·         Proficient in the use of electronic spreadsheets and computerized accounting systems.

·         Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff, subcontractors, vendors, and government agencies.

·         Strong attention to details and good organizational skills.

 

Interested applicants should apply online at

www.philaworks.org  and click on

 “About Us” and then “Careers at Philadelphia Works”.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program
Alternate Formats, Auxiliary Aides and Services are available upon request