LifeWorks of Austin, TX is looking for a Accounting Specialist to join our Finance & Accounting team! The Accounting Specialist is responsible to process various financial transactions in adherence to generally accepted accounting principles and agency policies and procedures. The Accounting Specialist’s responsibilities include maintaining financial records and reports for funding sources, performing account reconciliations, and assisting with the close process. This role also assists in the management of the accounting information system and contributes toward the preparation and completion of the annual audit of the agency.
This full time, exempt position earns a competitive rate and benefits, including a hybrid work structure; 24 PTO days per year (accrued); 11 paid holidays per year; a premium-free employee medical plan with $100 per month HSA contribution (plus other affordable employee or family medical, dental, and vision options!); a retirement savings plan with 50% match on the first 6% of contributions, and much more!
RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintains up-to-date analyses of selected general ledger accounts and produce required journal entries for approval.
Performs monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
Reviews payroll file on a bi-weekly basis to ensure file is balanced and account codes are correct before uploading into accounting system.
Collaborates with Development Department for accuracy and reconciliation of donations entered into accounting system
Manages and implements corporate cash disbursements, cost allocations and receipt operations including billing and collection, banking, and reporting.
Assists in the maintenance of the Agency's financial records and accounting systems including journal posting and preparation of financial reports.
Prepares monthly journal entries, to include prepaid and fixed assets activity.
Assists with annual audits and other internal funder audits.
Develops methods to ensure accurate reconciliation of accounting records.
Assists with month end-close closing process.
Prepares timely and accurate daily cash receipt entries in accounting system.
Prepares source documentation for entry into the agency’s general ledger.
Files all program fiscal reports to the funding source by the specified due date in the contract.
Collaborates with and assists Account Payable Specialists, as needed.
Becomes well versed in the contract requirements to ensure accuracy across all Finance and Accounting processes.
Maintains confidentiality regarding client and staff information, and fiscal decisions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field;
Requires minimum 3+ years of accounting experience; or
Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of computerized accounting systems, Oracle NetSuite preferred.
Proficient level experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
