Accountant - Property Management

Job Location:

Yakima, WA 98908

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Salary Range: $33.00 - $37.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage:
None

Job Shift: Day

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Controller, the Accountant will perform accounting functions including but not limited to reconciliation of general ledger activity, preparing and posting journal entries, compiling, and preparing monthly financial statements and reports and, performing month end close functions for multiple properties.

This position is based in our Yakima office with the expectation for a local candidate to work on-site. We may consider a remote work arrangement for highly qualified candidates in Washington State, with the expectation to be on-site in Yakima approximately once per quarter.

• Accurately reconcile multiple general ledger accounts monthly and submit them to the Assistant Controller for review and approval in a timely manner.
• Maintain a schedule of accrual and pre-paid accounts that are reconciled to the general ledger monthly.
• Ensure that the accounts receivable, accounts payable subsidiary and tenant ledgers and aging reports are reconciled to the balance sheet monthly and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Run monthly final trial balances by location ensuring all relevant accounts have been reconciled and have supporting documentation.
• Prepare various journal entries, including but not limited to corrections, relocations and adjustments.
• Prepare financial reports, budget reports and analyses within designated cutoff dates.
• Reconcile bank accounts and monitor cash level requirements.
• Suggest and implement improvements to relevant processes and procedures.
• Assist with the annual financial and compliance audit; collect and organize records, prepare audit schedules and perform other related audit functions.
• Respond to inquiries, including account research and resolution, from budget manager, agency leaders, other employees and various regulatory agencies by phone or in writing.
• Reconcile electronic banking activity.
• Perform Accounts Payable and Cash Management duties as assigned.
• Assist financial management staff with other work as assigned.
• Represent Catholic Charities in the most positive manner to staff, administrators, vendors, customers and the community we serve.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field (required).

Experience:

3 years of relevant experience including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll and/or General Ledger.

Special

Skills:

• Knowledge and experience with computerized accounting systems, spreadsheets, database management and reporting.
• Ability to research, understand and apply State and Federal laws, agencies’ requirements, rules and regulations.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge in Excel formulas and functions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player, contributing to the success and credibility of the finance office.
• Willingness to take on new responsibilities, improve efficiencies, solve problems and provide backup to other accounting office staff.
• Self-motivated, adaptable to change, and detail-oriented.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required.

• Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required.

Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm & Friday 7:30am-3:00pm

• 13 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave per year.
• Health insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision insurance plans; majority of premiums paid by Catholic Charities.
• Retirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment;
  Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions following 6 months of employment.
• Basic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic Charities.
• Flexible Spending Account eligibility following 6 months of employment.
• Education Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year for approved continuing education after 6 months of employment.
• Additional voluntary insurances including supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, long term disability, accident, and .
• Employee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing tools.
• Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment.

It is the practice of Catholic Charities to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We gladly offer reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to support participation in the hiring process and…