Staff Accountant Level 1

Company: The Learning Center for the Deaf
Location: Framingham
Posted on: September 13, 2023

Job Description:

Full Time/Exempt

• $1,500 Sign-on Bonus
• Housing Resources Available
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Benefits include: Health; Dental; Vision; Life and Disability Insurance; Employer-Matching 403B; Sick/Personal/Vacation Time; Flexible Spending and Dependent Care ASL Proficiency is required
  
  TLC Diversity Statement:
  The Learning Center for the Deaf is on a journey to create an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates our TLC community members' diverse narratives. We embrace and value multiple approaches, experiences, and perspectives. TLC believes that diversity fosters innovation. We are committed to cultivating a place where everyone can feel they belong.
  
  About TLC:
  The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nationally-recognized leader of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, adults and families. To learn more, click here .
  
  For our Mission, click here .
  
  POSITION SUMMARY:
  
  Reporting to the Controller, the Staff Accountant Level 1 manages general accounting and financial processes ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. This position works closely with other accounting professionals, internal departments, and external parties.
  
  FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Record financial transactions in system of record, currently Quickbooks Enterprise
  • Assist with month end close including:
    • Reconcile balance sheet and other general ledger accounts, as assigned
    • Prepare and record general and adjusting journal entries
    • Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedule
    • Oversee petty cash for all departments
    • Assist with preparation and maintenance of an accounting procedures manual
    • Work to improve financial processes and procedures through automation
    • Prepare documents for annual audits, as requested
    • Assist other finance staff as needed and act as back-up for critical functions of each position.
    • Ad-hoc reporting and analysis as needed
    • Additional duties as assigned WILL NOT BE SCHEDULING INTERVIEWS UNTIL AFTER LABOR DAY
      
      Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
      
      Requirements
      • Proficiency in ASL preferred, willingness to learn required
      • Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or finance preferred; Associate degree with 2 years' experience in relevant field is acceptable
      • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and internal control procedures
      • Experience with month-end close and balance sheet account reconciliations
      • Strong analytical problem-solving aptitude with creative solutions, ability to organize and work with large amounts of information efficiently, manage multiple projects and deadlines with strong attention to detail
      • Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, GMail, Google apps, and QB Enterprise Desktop
      • Open to development of skills and knowledge
      • Willingness to be flexible and adapt to change
        Salary range: $65,000 to $80,000
        
        Salary Description
        
        $65,000 to $80,00

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