Entry Level Accountant

ENTRY LEVEL ACCOUNTANT position will work throughout various departments of the Finance Division. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, supporting schedules, reconciliations and account analysis, and basic system maintenance and administration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

- Identification and coordination with Cash Management staff on the receipt, posting, and recording of incoming and outgoing wire, ACH, and other EFT type payment transactions on the respective client systems(s)
- Tracking of all returned checks and EFTs. Maintenance NSF check/BRI return item master log. Notification responsible party for resolution.
- Preparation of ad-hoc analysis as requested.
- Preparation journal entries; maintenance account reconciliations; maintenance/coordination of interface and reporting.
- Cross-training on a variety of jobs to provide back-up capabilities.
- Adherence to all department-specific policies and procedures.
- Accountable for meeting department attendance requirements including Schedule Agreements, close week, and year-end activity requirements.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business or two or more years of relevant experience
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office or similar software
- Ability to think analytically and to make sound judgments from analysis
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral
- Ability to plan and organize own work
- Ability to work flexible hours during periods of heavy workloads