PAL Staff Accountant

Boley Centers Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reasonable accommodations

Veterans encouraged to apply

Drug-free workplace

Job summary

Boley Centers Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant for the Pinellas Affordable Housing (PAL) unit in Florida. The role handles month-end close, reconciliations, intercompany invoicing, and supporting audits and monthly financial statements.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in accounting with at least three years of accounting experience, including government-funded programs. Proficiency in Excel and Great Plains is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited school.
• At least three years of accounting experience.
• Experience with government-funded programs preferred.
• Excel or advanced spreadsheet experience required.

Responsibilities

• Record month-end journal entries to the general ledger.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and intercompany balances.
• Reconcile bank accounts and prepare reconciliation workpapers.
• Assist in audits and prepare monthly financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal accounting controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal relations

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Great Plains (Dynamics GP)

Excel

Job description

Position SummaryThe Pinellas Affordable Housing (PAL) Staff Accountant handles month end close procedures including recording journal entries, reconciling and maintaining fixed assets, balancing accounts payable and accounts receivables, reconciling bank accounts, preparing reconciliation workpapers, assisting in audits and preparing monthly financial statements over the Pinellas Affordable Living entity.Duties / ResponsibilitiesPrimaryRecords all month end journal entries to the general ledger in Great Plains software.Responsible for monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts including cash accounts, tenant accounts receivable, accounts payable, prepaid accounts, fixed assets, accrued liabilities, and inter-company accounts.Records and ensures accuracy of monthly intercompany invoicing.Maintains Records Prepares monthly support for construction loan draws.Assists in preparation of annual budgets for entity; including individual properties.Prepares audit schedules, year-end confirmation letters, and assists external auditors during annual audits.Assists with reviewing payroll allocations related to housing, administration and groundskeeping programs and completing year-end reconciliationsEnsures compliance with all applicable regulations, grant requirements, and internal accounting controls.SecondaryComply with Compliance Plan and standards of conduct and report any non-compliance to the appropriate official.Any other tasks assigned as neededAttend required trainings.Performs other tasks assigned as needed.Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in accounting. Education must be from an accredited school, college, or university.At least three years of accounting experience, preferably including not for profit accounting. Experience with government-funded programs preferred. Excel or other advanced spreadsheet experience requiredKnowledgeKnowledge of low income housing regulations, general ledger systems, spreadsheet applications, and standard accounting principles preferred.Skills and AbilitiesGood skills and demonstrated abilities in computer operations, data entry, operating calculator, organization, analysis, initiative, self-management, attention-to-detail, interpersonal relations, and such others that are usually and customarily considered necessary for satisfactory completion of essential duties.Performance StandardsMust comply with all work-related rules and standards including, but not necessarily limited to attendance. Must not present a direct threat to the safety or health of self or others.Working ConditionsPrimarily indoor/office work. Overtime may be required from time to time, especially during month-end close and audit preparation.Physical RequirementsThis position primarily operates in a professional office environment. The role requires prolonged periods of sitting, working at a computer, and communicating by phone and in person. The employee may occasionally need to stand, walk, reach and lift or move items up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.Machines, Tools, Equipment, and Materials:May include, but may not necessarily be limited to computer, telephone, copier, calculator, and other standard office equipment and materials.Safety EquipmentNone specific to routine duties; however, unusual or special circumstances may require use of emergency safety equipment including, but not necessarily limited to fire extinguisher, first aid equipment/materials, etc.Special RequirementsMay require occasional interaction with housing partners, auditors, and regulatory agencies.Must pass a Level 2 background check and drug screen.Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse helps ensure that caregivers, health workers, and educators meet Level 2 background screening standards before they can work with children, seniors, or other vulnerable groups. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Veterans encouraged to apply. Boley Centers is a drug-free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use. EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP