Accounting Specialist

The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee is seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist to join our team. The role focuses on essential accounting duties within a not-for-profit setting, including AP/AR, cash management, and month-end close.

Ideal candidates have an Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance, 2+ years of experience, and strong Excel skills. Proficiency in GAAP, GL accounting, and various financial software is expected for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 2+ years of experience in accounting roles.
• Proficiency in GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Strong knowledge of debits and credits principles.
• Experience with financial software.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Time management and workload prioritization.
• Intermediate Excel user.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Analyze cash balances and transfer funds to cover disbursements, as necessary.
• Maintain utility records and investigate variances.
• Prepare annual 1099s.
• Reconcile all credit card payments to daily settlement reports.
• Process and record all deposits and credit card payments.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General ledger

Debits and credits

Independent work

Time management

Excel proficiency

Not-for-profit accounting awareness

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Financial software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles and practices, with proficiency in various financial software systems.

Duties:

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Analyze cash balances and transfer funds to cover disbursements, as necessary
• Maintain utility records and investigate variances
• Prepare annual 1099s
• Reconcile all credit card payments to daily settlement reports
• Process and record all deposits and credit card payments
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Support month-end and year-end close processes

Required Skills and Experience:

• Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of experience in accounting roles
• Proficiency in GAAP and general ledger accounting
• Strong knowledge of debits and credits principles
• Experience with financial software
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently
• Time management and workload prioritization
• Intermediate Excel user

Nice-to-have Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Ability to work with various accounting software systems
• Proficiency in not-for-profit accounting