Accounting Clerk

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, this role maintains records of financial transactions by establishing accounts, analyzing transactions, and reconciling general ledger accounts.

• Maintains special logs or records and balances and reconciles internal accounts or records including specific reconciliations, including but not limited to the SAMS Club card, Fuelman and agency credit cards (VISA)
• Reconciliation of agency credit cards, health insurance and various general ledger accounts
• Prepares straightforward special and recurring accounting-related reports, summaries, statistical reports and reconciliations
• Prepares appropriate schedules and reports as requested by CFO, CEO and designated Executive Management
• Maintains historical financial records by filing documents appropriately
• Maintains the postage system and prepares postage for mailing and distribution
• Deposits accounts receivables into the agency's bank accounts
• Assists with the preparation of monthly and quarterly reports as required by grantor agencies
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Assists with filing invoices in the accounting office
• Performs any other duties deemed necessary

• Knowledge of the philosophy of EBRCOA as presented in Mission/Philosophy statement
• Knowledge of accounting principles and budgeting practices
• Knowledge of computerized accounting and Excel/Spreadsheet accounting
• Knowledge of Quick Books
• Knowledge of and/or ability to learn rules and regulations of financial responsibilities set forth by federal/state funding agencies
• Skill in maintaining and reconciling accounting and financial records
• Ability to communicate and interact both verbally and written
• Basic mathematics and counting required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to act professionally and remain calm in high stress situations

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree or a technical degree or two or more years related accounting experience (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Business Administration or some higher education experience (preferred)
• 2 years experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid Driver's License required

Since 1973, the East Baton Rouge Council on Aging (EBRCOA) has served the aging population of East Baton Rouge Parish through a spectrum of nutritional and social services. Additionally, the EBRCOA is charged with both meeting and discovering the growing needs of the ever-increasing aging population.

Central to the EBRCOA's mission is service to seniors as well as the maintenance of their personal independence and the enhancement of their storied lives. Our mission is simple:
Supporting Independence - Serving Seniors.

The organization offers a variety of community-wide programs such as Meals on Wheels, Congregate Meals, Information and Assistance, Personal Care/Homemakers, Family Caregiver Support, Health Screens, and Insurance counseling; these programs serve over 85,000 seniors in the parish.

This position is currently accepting applications.

Full-Time/Part-Time