Staff Accountant Job Trenton area,New Jersey USA,Accounting

Description

An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals.

GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million.

The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

POSITION SUMMARY

The Staff Accountant serves as the liaison between the branch(s) and the Association office with regard to accounts payable, accounts receivable and the administration of the membership database i.e. Daxko.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Process invoices for payment. Audit check requests and purchase orders for completeness and makes corrections as necessary.

Input vendor and expense distribution data in the accounts payable system.

Coordinate accounts payable check runs. File appropriate documentation and maintain accounts payable files.

Void checks and credit appropriate accounts as needed.

Serve as the Daxko Administrator. Including but not limited to; onboarding new users, communicating system changes and troubleshooting system issues.

Assist branch staff and serve as the point person for Daxko questions.

Work with vendors and staff to resolve invoice discrepancies. Reviews vendor statements for past due invoices and work with vendors and branches to keep accounts current.

Reconcile daily cash and make cash deposits.

Manage accounts receivable for all branches including bad debt write-off and chargebacks.

Manage cash batch control of all electronic fund transfers (EFT). Process returned checks and drafts in the accounting system.

Support the Controller, as needed, during the month close process.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3-5 years of progressive accounting experience
Strong knowledge of accounting and financial reporting principles
Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.)
Experience with accounting systems/ERP platforms

Preferred Qualifications

CPA or CPA candidate
Experience in nonprofit or multi-entity environments
Familiarity with internal controls and audit processes

CORE COMPETENCIES

Attention to detail and accuracy
Analytical thinking and problem-solving
Accountability and ownership mindset
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Strong communication and effective collaboration skills
Knowledge and skills in technology

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader) Mission Advancement

Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.

Collaboration

Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors' communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.

Operational Effectiveness

Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth

Shares new insights. Facilitates change, models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has…