Accountant

Palatka Housing Authority; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Palatka Housing Authority seeks an Accountant to manage accounts payable, payroll, and accounts receivable with accuracy and timeliness. The role supports compliance with policy and accounting standards, requiring strong organization and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will handle multi-faceted financial duties, participate in month-end and year-end closings, and contribute to precise financial reporting while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably with A/P, A/R, and payroll exposure.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable: process vendor invoices, ensure timely payments, reconcile statements, maintain vendor records including W-9s and 1099 reporting, monitor expense reports.
• Payroll: process biweekly payroll, maintain payroll records, handle deductions, benefits, and taxes, ensure payroll compliance, prepare payroll journal entries and reconciliations.
• Accounts Receivable: generate and send invoices, record payments, monitor aging, follow up on overdue accounts and collections, reconcile A/R balances.
• General Accounting & Reporting: assist with month-end and year-end closings, prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

GAAP knowledge

Time management

Confidentiality

Accounting experience

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Summary

The Accountant is responsible for managing all aspects of the company's financial transactions related to accounts payable, payroll, and accounts receivable. This role ensures the accuracy and timeliness of financial data, compliance with company policies, and adherence to applicable accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable (A/P):
  • Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments.
  • Reconcile A/P statements and resolve discrepancies.
  • Maintain vendor records and manage W-9 forms and 1099 reporting.
  • Monitor expense reports and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Payroll:
  • Process biweekly payroll accurately and on time.
  • Maintain payroll records and handle deductions, benefits, and taxes.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
  • Prepare payroll journal entries and reconcile payroll accounts.
• Accounts Receivable (A/R):
  • Generate and issue customer invoices and statements.
  • Record customer payments and monitor aging reports.
  • Follow up on overdue accounts and manage collections efforts.
  • Reconcile A/R balances and resolve discrepancies.
• General Accounting & Reporting:
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
  • Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1 - 3 years of accounting experience, preferably with exposure to A/P, A/R, and payroll.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and payroll regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multi-state payroll or multiple entities.
• Familiarity with automated AP/AR systems or Enterprise Resource Planning platforms.

Working Conditions

• Office environment with occasional travel for training or meetings.

May require extended hours during budget preparation, audits, or reporting cycles