Position Title: Accounting Specialist FLSA Status: Full Time – Exempt Hiring Range: Competitive- DOE Location: Tucson, AZ POSITION SUMMARY: The Accounting Specialist is responsible for maintaining Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and all duties & controls associated with those processes. Maintains purchase orders, administers budget processess, and administers corporate credit card program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Account Receivable – generate monthly invoices/statements and posting; responsible to communicate with customers, internal departments, and others regarding account status and contracted escalations; Reconciles AR to the general ledger; reviews/researches anomolies, presents EOM reports that balance; responsible for all controls related to the AR function.Daily Cash posting and balancing in the Accounting System, to include, reconciliation to Daily Cash Report at end of month. Entry reconciliation and research to match Salesforce and Daily Cash Reports.Maintains monthly AZ Use Tax reporting functions.Administers the corporate credit card program and credit card expense management; responsible for setting up new cards, train and assist staff in use of expense management program.Accounts Payable – shared responsibility to process invoices, purchase orders, corporate purchase cards, and all reimbursement requests in a timely and accurate manner; provide resolution of invoice and expense report discrepencies; shared responsibility for all controls related to the AP function.Shared responsible as assigned for budget input, tracking, and related reports, using budgeting software program.Works closely with Accountant 1 & Accounting Manager in daily accounting operations.Weekly reporting and updating of fixed assets.1099 reporting year end processingAssists with internal and external audit processes.Assists with annual Personal Property Reporting and period closing activities, as needed.Performs other duties as assigned.NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Maintain Notary function for Finance DeptMakes recommendations for streamlining and improving processes.Stay up to date on system updates and procedures.Maintains copier codes.Scans vendor invoices and statements.Participates in Sharathon as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Associate Degree in Accounting or related field; or equivalent education & experienceThree (3) years experience in accounting functions including accounts payable and accounts receivableExperience overseeing and administering the budgeting and credit card process for an organizationKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Strong working knowledge of general accounting principles and accounting software including knowledge of AZ Sales & Use Tax Reporting.Strong PC skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office including intermediate knowledge of ExcelStrong organizational, interpersonal and decision-making skillsStrong written and verbal communication skills including ability to write, edit and proof business documents.Ability to interact in a professional manner with Executive Leadership, staff, vendors and other external customers.Ability to handle confidential information discreetly and professionally Analytical and detail oriented with high level of accuracyPosesses initiative and willigness to learn new skills and cross train in other accounting functionsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: AS in accounting or related fieldKnowledge of Sage Intacct accounting softwareExperience working in a non-profitBEHAVIORAL STANDARDS Seek to be a role model in attitude, speech, and actions in a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ.Integrate Biblical principles and a Christian worldview into all organizational objectives and goals.Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.Be committed to furthering Family Life Communications mission as a faith-based organization.Agree to uphold Family Life Communications statement of faith.Be willing to submit to and honor the standards outlined in the Employee Handbook and Ethical Positions Statement.Faithfully attend and financially support a local church whose beliefs agree with Family Life CommunicationsWe offer an exceptional benefit plan to include the following: Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Personal Days, 401K – Company Match, Paid Holidays, Health, Dental & Vision Benefits, Company Paid STD & LTD.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer We care about our team and provide a competitive compensation with opportunities for advancement. If interested please completed application with cover letter and resume to: (MS Word Format, 220KB)
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