Staff Accountant - Connecticut Green Bank

CONNECTICUT GREEN BANK

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

SUMMARY:

The Connecticut Green Bank (hereafter "Green Bank") is seeking a Staff Accountant.

Working under the supervision of the Controller, the Staff Accountant supports the Accounting team in managing the financial operations of the organization. This position is accountable for independently performing clerical and analytical accounting tasks.

Green Bank, a quasi-public authority, is the nation's first state-level "Green Bank," leveraging public funds to increase and accelerate private investment in the green economy of Connecticut. Working at the Green Bank means being part of a dynamic team of talented people who are passionate about implementing the green bank model, stimulating the growth and development of clean energy and environmental infrastructure investment in Connecticut, and growing our economy, strengthening our communities, and protecting our environment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Individual responsibilities may include:

• Preparing general journal entries for cash disbursements and cash receipts;
• Preparing assigned month-end closing entries;
• Preparing monthly bank account reconciliations;
• Preparing monthly balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements;
• Preparing financial account analysis;
• Processing accounts payable transactions through check cycle;
• Processing invoices and accounts receivable transactions;
• Assisting the Accounting team in the year-end close of the accounting records and the year-end financial audit;
• Assisting the Accounting team with special projects of a clerical or accounting nature as necessary; and,
• Related duties as required.

The overall duties of this position will be refined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the individual hired and the ongoing needs of the team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

The following minimum qualifications in knowledge, skill, and ability are required:

• Knowledge of introductory and intermediate level accounting principles and practices;
• Strong interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to prepare, analyze, and evaluate accounting records and reports;
• Ability to analyze accounting procedures and recommend improvements if necessary, and;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, particularly Microsoft Excel, and the ability to learn general accounting software.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

A bachelor's degree in accounting or relevant field is required.

Prospective applicants who meet most, but not all, selection criteria are encouraged to apply for the position.

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

• This position reports directly to the Controller.
• It is expected that the position will be based in the Green Bank's Hartford, CT office, with opportunities for some remote work.
• State of CT benefits package, including generous time-off, health insurance covering medical, dental and vision, retirement, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, and paid leave.
• Salary commensurate with experience, ranging between $64,000 - $84,000.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequent communications, verbal and written, both qualitative and quantitative
• Visually or otherwise identify, observe, and assess
• Repetitive use of hands and fingers typing and/or writing

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions 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 frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for this position, please follow the link below and click on the "Staff Accountant" position. Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this position.

https://ctgreenbank.applicantpro.com/jobs/

Closing Date: December 13, 2024 or when a qualified candidate is identified.

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