Staff Accountant 1

YMCA
Hourly
$26.27
$29.35
How to Apply
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Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide support in managing accounting functions including bank and balance sheet account reconciliations. Monitor compliance with the Association’s financial policies and procedures. Understand and implements GAAP in a variety of business situations. Ensure preparation of journal entries for complete and accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.

Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled

OUR MISSION AND CULTURE

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:
The Y is made up of people of all ages and from every walk of life, working side by side to strengthen communities. Together we work to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, national origin, race or sexual orientation, has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect and responsibility—they guide everything we do.

We look forward to having you on our YMCA team!
*The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates diversity at all levels of our organization!

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
  • Two or more years of experience in accounting.
  • Demonstrated understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Excellent computer skills to include knowledge of Accounting and Financial systems including Microsoft Office products, especially in Excel.  
  • Be able to work independently; have solid attention to detail and accuracy; have superior analytical and problem-solving skills; have excellent organizational, time management, and decision-making skills; and have the flexibility to change priorities as required. Must meet absolute deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including positive interaction with staff and community leaders.
  • Ability to maintain proper discretion working with confidential information.
  • Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.
  • Satisfactory credit background check is required.
Essential Functions
  • Perform bank reconciliations, balance sheet account reconciliations, as well as other accounting reconciliations as assigned and maintain proper documentation.
  • Accounts Payable Support as necessary
  • Support the month-end and year-end financial closing processes including but not limited to: initiating and entering journal entries; uploading selected entries; driving the team through the closing process using checklists.
  • Support annual insurance renewal and allocation workbook. Monitor and manage prepaid insurance account and recurring allocations of insurance costs. Coordinates with insurance carriers for any needed Certificates of Insurance.
  • Support the annual audit and filing of the annual 990 federal tax return by completing schedules and reconciliations.
  • Assist in documenting and maintaining accounting processes and procedures.
  • Monitor and update account receivable schedules.
  • Provide support in the creation of the financial packet, following processes for accuracy and implementing new ideas to further the efficiency of creation.
  • Support the accounting team with budgeting and forecasting process
  • Assist in various reports, including but not limited to Investment Quarterly Reports and Bond Compliance Reporting.
  • Other project or duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager including assisting with ad-hoc reporting, Y-USA annual reporting, and annual filings with state or local government agencies.
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

Y Culture:

  • Build relationships with a diverse membership base in culturally responsive ways, connect members with one another and to the YMCA
  • Exhibit Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
  • Complete required training and certifications within established guidelines 

Embrace YMCA Leader Core Competencies:

Mission Advancement:

  • Accept and demonstrate YMCA values.
  • Work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
  • Demonstrate a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
  • Recruit volunteers and build effective, supportive working relationships with them.

Collaboration:

  • Seek to understand the other person’s point of view and remain calm in challenging situations.
  • Build rapport and relate well to others.
  • Listen for understanding and meaning; speak and write effectively.
  • Take initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness:

  • Strive to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
  • Embrace new approaches and discover ideas to create a better member experience.
  • Make sound judgments and transfer learning from one situation to another.
  • Establish goals, clarify tasks, plan work and actively participate in meetings.
  • Support fundraising.
  • Follow budgeting policies and procedures, and report all financial irregularities immediately.

Personal Growth:

  • Accurately assess personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships.
  • Pursue self-development that enhances job performance.
  • Demonstrate an openness to change and seek opportunities in the change process.
     

Availability: Monday-Friday hybrid schedule - must be able to be present in office for three days a week after training is complete.

 

Our benefits are AMAZING! 

  • FREE training offered for all positions and get paid while you train for your job!
  • Flexible work schedules and a family-friendly environment.
  • FREE family YMCA membership for all staff.
  • 50% off Early Learning childcare* for Full-Time staff (and their dependents).
  • 100% off specific programs and services for Full-Time staff (and their dependents) that include: School Age Child Care*, licensed Discovery Camp, Day Camps, 1 session of Overnight Camp, Family Camps, group swim lessons, youth sports, & youth leadership programs
  • Competitive benefits package for Full-Time staff.
  • Two medical plans to choose from: One is FREE for employee.
  • Dental plan is FREE for employee.
  • Life and long-term disability with medical and dental insurance begin on the first of the month after start date.
  • 2 weeks paid time off accrued per year to start (accrual increases with years of service) and 8 paid holidays for full-time staff.
  • Sick Pay accrued at rate of one hour for every 40 hours worked.
  • Tax-Deferred retirement account & Roth retirement account available to all employees.
  • 403a Retirement investing account paid at 12% annual compensation after 2 years of service (minimum 1,000 hours worked in each year).
  • FREE Employee Assistance Program.
  • Cheery, dynamic, cause-driven work environment, like no other!
  • We promote from within often. Enjoy your career at our Y!

*Within IRS limits, discounts that exceed $5,000 are reported as taxable compensation on your paycheck and W-2 for that year.

The hiring range for this position is $26.27-$29.35 per hour.

The full range of the pay grade for this position is $26.27 - $38.48 per hour.