Temporary Accountant I

CIVIC CULTURE

Our organizations believe we can all do well by doing good. We value the contributions of diverse minds and prioritize the success and well-being of our employees. We also believe every person in our organization plays a role in supporting a healthy environment and helping to achieve our goal of prosperity for all. To this end, we recruit bright, energetic, and talented people to be members of our team. In return, we offer a dynamic workplace that presents opportunities for professional advancement and individual growth. We strive to always display integrity, self-awareness, courage, and respect for one another while continuing to seek opportunities to learn. We really believe that when our employees succeed, our community wins.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Accountant I will apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and other accounting best-practices to compile financial information, process accounts payable / receivables, and reconcile accounts to proactively identify and resolve any issues or reconciling items related to enterprise expenses processed by the Accounting team with limited supervision. The individual who excels in this role will use their skills to enter data into various Accounting systems, receive, sort and proof accounting documents, process T&E, and provide additional support to the Credit Union and/or affiliates.

NORMAL DAY-TO-DAY WORK

1. Assist in entering accounts payable/receivables for Enterprise and its affiliates in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner, including preparing invoices, and ensuring transactions are posted in the appropriate budgeted categories.
2. Assist in overseeing the Accounting Operations eMail folder by maintaining organization of the folder and providing clear communication with Vendors/Staff.
3. Assist in Vendor Management by obtaining, entering and verifying Vendor remittance information and tax documentation to ensuring accurate, timely payments and thorough reporting to the appropriate taxing agencies (W-9, 1099).
4. Assist in setting up online Vendor accounts to retrieve monthly online statements and establish electronic payments.
5. Assist in reviewing Corporate Credit Card coding.
6. Participate in the testing and implementation of new accounting systems and projects.
7. Actively work with other team members to develop standardized, streamlined, and efficient processes, including documenting Standard Operating Procedures and making recommendations to increase efficiencies.
8. Ensure adherence to corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines, as well as, applicable laws, regulations, and GAAP in all job duties
9. Take ownership for actions, decisions, and results; openly accept feedback and demonstrate both the willingness and ability to improve.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Here are a few skills you MUST have to be qualified for this position.

1. A minimum of 2-4 years of accounting and/or accounts payable experience.
2. Excellent verbal, written, telephone, and interpersonal communication skills with strong service orientation and ability to work successfully in a collaborative, dynamic, team environment.
3. Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail.
4. PC proficient including intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., VLookups and Pivot Tables).
5. Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. (file boxes, computer printer).
6. Some travel may be required.

Here are a few qualities we'd LIKE for you to have to make you more suited for this position.

1. BA/BS or equivalent accounting experience.
2. Experience preparing general ledger account reconciliations and journal entries.
3. Experience with Intacct and Certify Accounting Software
4. Knowledge and understanding of GAAP.

CONTACT US

If you have questions about this position description, please feel welcome to ask. You can reach our HR Department at:

Civic Human Resources

3600 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, NC 27609

careers@civicfcu.org

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