Staff Accountant - Temporary

Company: San Antonio Food Bank
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

Job Details
Job Location
San Antonio Food Bank - Main Building - San Antonio, TX
Position Type
Temporary
Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Job Category
Accounting
Description
General Description
The Staff Accountant is responsible for providing financial, administrative services to ensure effective, efficient, and accurate financial and administrative operations. The Staff Accountant must comply with established policies and procedures specifically use of proper GAAP to transactions. An ability to prioritize, work independently and maintain a professional demeanor is essential.
Essential Functions
Financial Management

• Manage (agency) accounts receivable.
• Manage the cash receipts function; record and reconcile all cash receipts to the general ledger.
• Receive remittances and post to proper accounts.
• Process agency orders as needed.
• Process and mail customer statements monthly.
  • Maintains Fixed Assets records by recording the cost of newly acquired fixed assets, tracking existing fixed assets, calculating and recording depreciation, and accounting for the disposition of fixed assets.
  • Reviews financial documents, research discrepancies and reconciles accounts with general ledger; communicates discrepancies or problems to Senior Accountant/Controller.
  • Assists in pooling required supporting documentation including online transaction reports and EFTs.
  • Prepares bank deposits, making copies, determining correct accounts, separating by general ledger and bank accounts and submits to Senior Accountant/Controller for deposit.
  • Assists in the monthly close process. Ensures all monthly posting is completed in a timely manner.
  • Identifies and compiles outstanding receivables for accrual.
  • Prepares reports and updates schedules as needed.
  • The Staff Accountant will play a significant role in year-end close and audit preparation.
  • Other duties and special projects as assigned by manager. Qualifications
    Qualifications
    • College degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience. Minimum of 2 years accounting experience preferred.
    • Knowledge of GAAP and basic fund accounting procedures.
    • Non-profit accounting experience preferred.
    • Experience with accounts receivable processing and preparing invoices.
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office Excel and Word.
    • Attention to detail, accuracy, and the meeting of deadlines.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Ability to understand and follow instructions on complex matters.
    • Ability to work cooperatively with other Food Bank staff and volunteers.
    • Ability to present a professional demeanor under a variety of conditions.
      Physical Demands
      The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
      While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit, talk, hear, keyboard, and utilize fine manipulation and near visual acuity. The employee is occasionally required to walk, utilize gross manipulation, push, pull, reach, and stoop. The employee must occasionally lift, and/or move up to 25 pounds.
      Work Environment
      This job is performed in an indoor office environment and occasionally may require attendance at outdoor events. You may be required to drive to different locations with varying conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
      The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work to be performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties.
      COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
      It is the San Antonio Food Bank's duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards. We are adopting a policy that all applicants be vaccinated prior to their first day of employment. The policy is to safeguard the health of our employees and their families, our clients and volunteers, and the community at large from infectious diseases, such as COVID-19 or influenza, that may be reduced by vaccinations. This policy will comply with all applicable laws and is based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local health authorities, as applicable.
      Applicants in need of an exemption from this policy due to a medical reason, or because of a sincerely held religious belief must submit a completed request for accommodation form to the Human Resources Department. Accommodations will be granted where they do not cause undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

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