Accountant

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role requires a strong understanding of various accounting software and concepts, including bookkeeping, and general ledger management. The Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial data to support strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.

Duties

- Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.

- Perform general ledger accounting and account reconciliation to ensure accuracy of financial data.

- Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and collections.

- Record journal entries accurately using accounting software.

- Conduct bank reconciliations and ensure all financial transactions are properly documented.

- Assist with budgeting, financial report writing, and variance analysis to support organizational planning.

- Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory standards in all financial activities.

- Support payroll processing and tax preparation activities as needed.

- Perform month-end and year-end closing procedures, including ledger cleanup and audit preparation.

- Maintain detailed documentation of all accounting procedures and transactions for internal controls.

Requirements

- Proven experience with accounting software.

- Strong knowledge of GAAP, corporate accounting, non-profit accounting, governmental accounting, and technical accounting principles.

- Proficiency in balance sheet reconciliation, bank reconciliation, account analysis, and general ledger reconciliation.

- Familiarity with double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, journal entries, and bookkeeping best practices.

- Ability to interpret financial concepts and prepare accurate financial reports.

- Experience with accounts payable/receivable management and payroll processing.

- Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational skills; proficiency in 10-key typing is preferred.

- Knowledge of non-profit tax regulations related to accounting is a plus.

- Effective communication skills for collaboration across departments and external auditors.

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; professional certification such as CPA is advantageous but not required. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to our organization’s financial health while working within a collaborative team environment that values accuracy and integrity in all financial dealings.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental insurance

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- On-the-job training

- Paid sick time

- Paid time off

- Professional development assistance

- Retirement plan

- Vision insurance

Education:

- Associate (Required)

Experience:

- Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Portland, IN 47371 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person