Accountant III

General Description

This position provides skilled accounting and processing services with a primary focus on CTA affiliates, under minimal supervision. Incumbent must maintain knowledge of current accounting procedures and policies and exercise independent analysis and judgement. Key responsibilities include coordinating and executing a wide range of accounting transactions for Service Center Councils and other affiliates, often involving extensive communication with outside parties.

• Interprets processing and account reconciliation policies and procedures.
• Prepares and processes transactions and data relating to the Association's accounting system in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Prepares analyses and reconciliations for accounts assigned.
• Prepares necessary accounting entries and documents to properly state and reconcile subsidiary and general ledger accounts.
• Responsible for the overall accuracy and accounting for a given set of assigned projects and reports.
• Reviews, resolves, and responds to accounting problems and inquiries related to the processing of transactions and records including financial statements taken as a whole.
• Prepares and coordinates the disbursement of certain accounting documents as necessary to outside parties including, but not limited to, verification statements and records, billings and other financial reports.
• Maintains and updates a centralized database of local chapter information as needed.
• Handles group exemption requests and submits required filings to regulatory agencies.
• Conducts training sessions with applicable parties with regards to accounting and processing policies and procedures for the Association.
• Maintains liaison with applicable parties with regard to processing and accounting related procedures.
• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree or Associate degree & 2 years relevant experience, or High School diploma/GED & 5 years relevant experience.
• Understanding of accounting procedures and principles.
• Detail-oriented and strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications with a focus on Excel and Word.
• Must have the ability to exercise initiative, tact and good judgement.
• Must have the ability to organize and coordinate work plans involving associates.
• Must have the ability to work under pressure and adapt to changes in priorities.
• Must have the ability to analyze problems and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Proficient in the use of computer technology and the ability to learn and use the Association's software programs.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

* This position is in a bargaining unit represented by CAS. Salaries are established by a collective bargaining agreement. Step placement is also determined by the CTA/CAS Agreement.