Accountant I Payroll

Description

• Assists Payroll Techs as needed to answer questions or resolve concerns;
• Assist in the preparation, review and distribution of monthly financial statements;
• Reviews Cash documents for accuracy;
• Reviews Payroll documents for accuracy;
• Interacts with auditors, participates in auditing projects and provides accounting records and reports as required;
• Assembles data for internal/external reports under the direction of management;
• Assists management in various administrative responsibilities;
• As needed, performs inventory related tasks;
• Assist with gathering budget preparation information and grant reporting;
• Interacts and provides mentoring/training with personnel inside and outside the finance department;
• Reconciles monthly bank statements, check registers, outstanding/void checks, and stop payment orders on lost/missing/stolen checks;
• Schedules workflow in accordance with deadlines;
• Monitors, reviews and reports on any extraordinary transactions involving cash or Payroll;
• Reviews and enters data into the accounting system, auditing for accuracy and completeness of the transactions;
• Maintains accurate accounting records, ledgers, and files using generally accepted accounting principles and practices;
• Downloads computerized banking information and other details using banking software and interfaces with bank personnel for related documentation required for the accounting period closing cycle;

Requirements

• Knowledge of finance, general accounting principles and procedures, budgeting, and cost control procedures;
• Two or more years of directly related business experience is required;
• Physical Effort and Dexterity: Good dexterity to operate personal computer and office equipment. Occasional lifting and carrying related to office duties.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections;
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent; or at the discretion of the hiring officer experience may be substituted;
• Machines, Tools, Equipment required to be operated: Capable of using office machines and personal computers for word processing, data entry and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications;
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite products required.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and ability to learn about grant requirements and standards for federally qualified health centers (FQHC);
• Ability to set up and maintain financial accounts and ledgers;
• Account balancing and reconciling skills;
• Ability to be precise and recognize errors;
• Environment/Working Conditions: Work is mostly inside an office in a controlled environment. Normal office safety precautions and practices are required. Position requires travel throughout the Albuquerque metropolitan area. Work regularly scheduled Monday-Friday, although weekends and evenings may be required to meet with members of the Board of Directors and meet deadlines. Fixed asset inventory may require bending, squatting, or lifting.
• Ability to effectively communicate accounting information, policies, and/or procedures in a manner easily understood by the customer;
• Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations;
• Visual Acuity, Hearing, and Speaking: Must be able to read a computer monitor and outputs accurately. Must be able to communicate clearly and accurately for work and safety compliance.
• Knowledge and familiarity with compliance program. Cooperate fully and comply with laws and regulations.
• Spreadsheet software skills to quantify and illustrate routine financial reports, statements, and/or projections;
• Knowledge of standard and/or fund accounting principles, methods, and applications;

Benefits

• MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance