Accounting Specialist

Southern Maryland Tri-County Community Action Committee Inc; Hughesville (MD); Sur place; USD 29 000 - 38 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Southern Maryland Tri-County Community Action Committee Inc is seeking an Accounting Specialist in Hughesville, MD. The role reports to the Finance Director and handles payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll reporting, ensuring compliance with agency policies and financial standards.

The position requires a High School Diploma with 5 years of experience; preferred is a Bachelor’s in accounting/finance or equivalent with 3 years in business administration or accounting.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma and 5 years of experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Management, or equivalent and 3 years of experience in business administration or accounting.
• Alternative: Equivalent education and 5 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management.

Responsabilités

• Payroll Administration: accurate and timely processing of Agency payroll; set up new employees; prepare payroll data; transfer data to accounting system; maintain payroll ledger; prepare and file 941 forms; prepare Federal/State deposits.

Connaissances

Payroll processing

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Financial reporting

Confidentiality

Communication

Formation

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/Finance/Business Management or equivalent

Equivalent education

Outils

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

SAGE/MIP Accounting Software

Description du poste

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Accounting Specialist

Administration Full Time Clerical Stuckey, Hughesville, MD, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1228

Salary Range: $21.30 To $27.88 Hourly

Job Description Summary:

The Accounting Specialist reports directly to the Finance Director and is responsible for the accurate and timely execution of the Agency’s financial operations, including:

• Payroll Processing
• Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Payroll Reporting

This role ensures compliance with organizational policies and financial standards while maintaining confidentiality and delivering high-quality support to the Finance Department.

Position Requirements Summary:

Education & Experience:

• Required: High School Diploma and 5 years of experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Management, or equivalent and 3 years of experience in business administration or accounting.
• Alternative: Equivalent education and 5 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management may be substituted.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other software applications for data retrieval, spreadsheet creation, and reporting.
• Working knowledge of SAGE/MIP Accounting Software.

Professional Standards:

• Must always maintain confidentiality.

Communication Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively, appropriately, and professionally in both written and verbal formats with coworkers, supervisors, customers, and vendors.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Payroll Administration
  • Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of Agency payroll.
  • Set up new employees and update existing employee information in the MIP payroll system.
  • Prepare payroll entry data from timesheets with precision.
  • Transfer payroll entry data into the Agency’s accounting system.
  • Maintain payroll ledger by quarters for accurate recordkeeping.
  • Prepare and file quarterly 941 forms in compliance with federal regulations.
  • Prepare and transmit Federal Tax Deposits on time.
  • Prepare checks for State Tax Deposits and other payable withholding items as required.

Accounts Payable

• Responsible for Accounts Payable for Agency programs.
• Code all AP transactions to proper ledger accounts.
• Maintain the General Ledger (GL) and all books of original entries.
• Prepare accurate allocations, distributions, and timely payments for Agency program billings.

Accounts Receivable & Financial Reporting

• Prepare invoices and timely monthly financial statements for funding sources.
• Provide appropriate follow-up on outstanding debts owed by the Agency.
• Assist with accurate reporting and compliance for all financial activities.

Accounts Receivable

• Responsible for Accounts Receivable for Agency programs.
• Prepare cash receipts and enter them into the accounting system.
• Research outstanding invoices and resolve issues with vendors.
• Research complex coding errors and make necessary journal entries to correct.

Audit & Compliance

• Assist in the preparation of audits and reconciliation of accounts.

Attend all available training to stay current on funding requirements.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Licenses or Certificates:

• None required.

Special Requirements:

• State and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Check.
• National Sex Offender Public Registry Check.
• Physical examination and Tuberculin PPD Tine Test at time of employment and annually (or as required by physician).
• Pre-employment, random, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.

Physical Demands:

• Work requires limited physical effort.