Jr Staff Accountant I - The Jewish Federation Los Angeles

POSITION: Junior Staff Accountant I

DEPARTMENT: Accounting

NON-EXEMPT / UNION

UNION GRADE: 10A

SALARY RANGE: $47,231 to $69,463

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
Reporting to the Accounts Payable Supervisor, the Jr. Staff Accountant I is responsible for handling all auditing and data entry related to Accounts Payable, including providing support in the preparation of vendor analyses, reconciliation of all related accounts to the general ledger, and generation of related reports. Serves as backup to donor management system data entry and the Jr. G/L Accountant functions.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES
• Audit check requests for approvals, accuracy, back-up, and coding in accordance with Company policies and procedures, and input accounts payable data into MIP accounting systems.
• Responsible for preparation, timely mailing, and distribution of vendor checks, ACH/Online payments under supervision of A/P Supervisor.
• Review CNB cash disbursements and prepare journal entries for Month End review and reconciliation.
• Responsible for preparation of Business Expense reporting for bi-monthly payroll.
• Maintain accurate and complete vendor files and update vendor information in MIP as needed.
• Handle telephone inquiries from vendors and staff, and research invoices and payments made when required.
• Prepare A/P related journal entries, account analyses and reconciliations, including audit and tax related schedules.
• Process, distribute, and file 1099 forms at year-end.
• Assist in preparation of Annual Use Sales Tax reporting and filing.
• Work on additional projects as assigned by accounting management.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
Be available to supervisor for additional assignments, as required, including assisting with the Campaign.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR POSITION:
• Associate degree; minimum of 1 years’ experience in accounts payable, or equivalent advanced education.
• Prior general ledger and account reconciliation experience preferred.
• Must be well organized and detail oriented.
• Good communication and strong interpersonal skills required.
• Working knowledge of appropriate software programs and office systems required (i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with MIP a plus.
• A hybrid work model will be implemented for certain positions. This position must report to worksite on non-remote workdays, as determined by the Federation.
• All staff and building occupants must be fully vaccinated and proof of vaccination status will be required. Please disclose if accommodation to the Federation’s vaccination policy is sought for medical reasons or sincerely held religious beliefs.