Accounting Specialist

Life Unlimited, Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Unlimited, Inc is seeking an Accounting Specialist in our Finance department to audit individuals’ ledgers and assist with monthly statements and correspondence. This role reports to the Representative Payee Manager and involves accuracy, confidentiality, and timely reporting.

You will reconcile cash counts, prepare client statements, review incoming correspondence, and support management with findings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain Work Incentives Planning Certification within two years.
• Excellent organizational skills are critical for success and timely documentation.
• Demonstrates professionalism and accountability.
• Ensures confidentiality and security of individual information.
• Able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Excellent problem-solving and multi-project coordination.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Experience with Sage Intacct preferred.
• Must carry auto insurance coverage as required by law.
• Must receive seasonal flu vaccination.

Responsibilities

• Audit individuals’ ledgers and report findings.
• Assist with monthly statements and correspondence.
• Review ledgers and receipts for accuracy.
• Prepare client statements.
• Reconcile cash counts to ledgers for each individual.
• Review and file incoming correspondence.
• Provide professional and timely correspondence to management.
• Use computers or mobile devices to input, access, modify, or output data.
• Complete petty cash and other audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Professionalism and accountability

Confidentiality and information safety

English proficiency (spoken/written)

Problem-solving

Multi-project coordination

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Work Incentives Planning Certification within 2 years

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Sage Intacct

Job description

Job Description
Job Title: Accounting Specialist
Department: Finance
Reports To: Representative Payee Manager
Supervises: N/A
FLSA: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

The Client Services Specialist will be responsible for auditing individuals’ ledgers and reporting on findings. The Client Services Specialist will assist the Representative Payee Manager with monthly statements and correspondence.

BASIC FUNCTIONS AND GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review ledgers and receipts for individuals’ accounts for accuracy
• Complete reports based on findings of ledger reviews and follow-up for corrections.
• Reconcile cash counts to ledgers for each individual
• Prepare client statements
• Review and file incoming correspondence
• Provide professional and timely correspondence to management to keep them informed of findings and resolutions
• Effectively and efficiently use computers or mobile devices to input, access, modify, or output information. This includes the ability to quickly access, store and retrieve data.
• Complete petty cash and other audits.
• Other Duties as Assigned

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Is knowledgeable about the rights of people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Respects and advocates for the capabilities, dignity and rights of each individual and files a report any human rights violation immediately.
• All forms of abuse, neglect, and exploitation are unacceptable. Responsible for reporting any observation or suspicion of these to a member of administration.
• Provides regular and timely communication/feedback.
• Collaborates with Representative Payee Manager on assigned tasks.
• Consistently communicates with the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and members of management to promote professional collaboration between departments.
• Seeks clarification when necessary.

Physical Expectations

This position requires extended periods of sitting. It may require light to heavy lifting and occasional stooping, kneeling, bending, and/or climbing stairs.

Working Conditions

• Office/home environment with noises from office equipment, telephones, and occasional small machinery. May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and/or infectious diseases.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Required
• Must obtain and maintain Work Incentives Planning Certification within two years of employment
• Great organizational skills are critical for success in this position to assure timely documentation and communication to all stake holders within the organization.
• Demonstrates professionalism and accountability.
• Ensures confidentiality and security of individual information.
• Able to effectively speak, read and write English.
• Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret most documents.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to coordinate multiple projects at once.
• Excellent working knowledge and ability with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent working knowledge and ability with Adobe Acrobat Pro products.
• Experience with Sage Intacct Preferred
• Must carry minimum coverage applicable by law for auto insurance
• Must Receive Seasonal Flu Vaccination

Equal Opportunity Employer