Phoenix House • Long Island City, NY 11120
Job #2654360248
Accountant
Job Details
Job Location
Long Island City Residential - Long Island City, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Salary Range
$56,000.00 - $84,000.00 Salary
Travel Percentage
None
Job Shift
Morning
Job Category
Accounting
Description
SUMMARY
The Junior Accountant will perform routine clerical, filing, and data entry tasks for accounting data including accounts payable, billing, and receivables
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Core Responsibilities
Conducts routine data entry management for accounting records including accounts payable, billing, and accounts receivable.
Reviews billing statements, invoices, and similar documents for accuracy; alerts supervisory staff of any discrepancies.
Distributes accounting reports as directed.
Assists senior accountant with all financial operations.
Compiles weekly and monthly financial statements and reports.
Prepares and analyzes balance sheets.
Makes journal entries.
Handles the month-end and year-end closing process.
Manages accounts payable and receivables.
Uses popular financial software.
Collaborates with other members of the finance team.
Follows all company policies and procedures.
Adheres to finance laws and regulations.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES (KSAs)
Leadership
Initiative
Ethical Practices
Judgment
Relationship Management
Emotional Intelligence
Professional Boundaries
Global and Cultural Awareness
Critical Evaluation
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Communication
Teamwork
Crisis Management
Technical Capacity
Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Bachelor's degree in accounting or Business Administration preferred.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE
1 to 2 years of related experience.
Thorough understanding of bookkeeping practices and procedures.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software; knowledge of spreadsheets and accounting software.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Regularly required to sit, use hands to type, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch and lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Phoenix House is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equality of opportunity to all who are protected against discrimination by law, regulation or executive order, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. EEO is the Law: Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. Click ~~~ to learn more.
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