Accountant I Temporary position $27-$28/hr. Hybrid- West Chester, PA
The Accountant I performs basic-level accounting functions to ensure complete financial accountability for services, supplies, and capital-related operations. This includes recording, tracking and reporting departmental revenues and expenditures.
A day in the life of an Accountant I
Responsible for classifying, analyzing and reporting financial data for various state and federal grants.
Process payables and receivables for goods and services received, and post to proper accounts in ledgers.
Review contractor invoices for accuracy and to ensure compliance with contractual financial obligations.
Prepare, track and distribute monthly vouchers and invoices to ensure payment to contractors.
Assist in resolving problems that may arise while processing invoices and vouchers.
Process office furniture and equipment orders using the PeopleSoft system.
Provide information, perform analyses, and input budget data on revenues and expenditures to maintain a balanced budget.
Prepare and submit Budget transfers and reclassification and adjusting General Ledger Journal entries.
Reconcile monthly payroll distribution.
Maintain accounts to ensure accuracy of current balance and prepare internal reports detailing current available funds and expenditures.
Analyze all revenue and expenditures for the year-end closing.
Process all bank deposits and transactions in a timely manner.
Assist in Audit
Prepare purchase order requisitions.
Perform various bookkeeping and accounting work, as required.
Perform other duties, tasks and special projects, as required. Requirements for the Accountant I position Bachelors degree from an accredited college or in Accounting, Finance or Business (Degree in Business to include 15 Accounting credits). At least 1 year of accounting experience is required Knowledge of generally accepted accounting and auditing standards. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Accuracy and detail oriented. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Demonstrates integrity and ethical practices. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Organizational and time management skills. Knowledge of budgets, spreadsheets and interpreting audits. Knowledge and skill with standard office equipment (fax, copier, calculator, etc.). EOE employer.
