Financial Accountant

The Methodist Home of Kentucky; Nicholasville, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Free Employee Assistance Program

Health insurance

403b retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Kentucky United Methodist Homes for Children and Youth is seeking a Financial Accountant for their Nicholasville campus. The ideal candidate will manage accounting principles to ensure financial health, requiring strong attention to detail and a knowledge of regional laws.

This position includes handling accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger entries, while preparing financial statements and tax reports. Benefits include health insurance and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Deep knowledge of accounting principles.
• Ability to handle information confidentially.
• Proven experience meeting regular deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting principles and procedures.
• Handle accounts receivable and payable.
• Prepare financial statements and reconciliations.
• Resolve discrepancies in financial transactions.

Skills

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Accounting software

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Job description

KyUMH has over 155 years of experience serving youth who have experienced trauma. We have a strong team culture centered around helping our clients find healing through professional therapeutic interventions.

We are seeking to add a Financial Accountant to join our team on our Nicholasville campus. This position will manage accounting principles and procedures to ensure our continued financial health. The ideal candidate is a strong professional with a strong background in accounting, excellent attention to detail and knowledge of regional laws/regulations.

Responsibilities

This position will have responsibility to comply with accepted accounting transactions. Activity areas will include accounts receivable and payable, cash receipts, bank statements, payroll, general and subsidiary ledger entries. Financial reporting preparation and reconciliation, bank statements, budget reporting, and tax. Resolves any discrepancies that may occur.

In this position, we are seeking an experienced professional working with journal entries for accounts payable & receivables, depreciation and closings. Prepares monthly financial statements and will assists in year-end reporting. This position will prepare quarterly and yearly tax reports.

Required

• Must be 21 years of age
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Deep knowledge of accounting principles
• Excellent written and verbal communications
• Ability to handle information confidentially
• Familiarity with accounting software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proven experience meeting regular deadlines

Benefits

• Paid training as you learn how to support youth with trauma
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance; 403b retirement plan with 3% match
• Paid time off for sick time, vacation, and mental health care
• Eight holidays, plus one floating holiday to use as you wish
• Tuition assistance and continuing education support

Kentucky United Methodist Homes for Children and Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse, inclusive workplace.