Description:
The South Bay Workforce Investment Board, Inc. (SBWIB, Inc.) is seeking an experienced and self-motivated Accountant to join our Fiscal Department to perform a variety of financial / accounting tasks related to Federal, State, County, City, and Local government program funding. The ideal candidate has great time-management and organizational skills; strong analytical skills; can create detailed financial reports and forecasts; and can work well under stress while efficiently juggling various tasks. Ultimately, this person must be able to contribute to the accuracy and efficiency of our day-to-day tasks and the successful financial management of the department.

PAY & BENEFITS

This is a full-time, non-exempt position (40 hours/week), generally with a starting pay rate of $28.18 - $33.61 per hour, commensurate with experience. SBWIB, Inc. offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, which includes:

• 75% insurance premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee-only
• Sick and vacation time
• 14 Paid holidays
• 401k plan with a superb employer match %
• Voluntary supplemental benefits
• $15,000 life insurance policy, paid for by the employer
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Employees are eligible to enroll in the company’s health benefits package on the first of the month after completing 60 days of employment.
The job description provided is intended to convey essential information regarding the scope of the position. It is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all experiences, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the role. Management reserves the right to add, modify, or exclude any essential or non-essential requirements at any time, with or without prior notice. It’s important to note that nothing in this job description, nor by the completion of any requirement of the job by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment of any type

Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field**
• Three (3) years of experience in accounting at the level of a Senior Accounting Clerk or above
• Experience with Non-profit/grant accounting highly desired
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), procedures, practices, terminology, regulations, and concepts.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software like QuickBooks
• Experience with general ledger functions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with demonstrated experience using complex formulas and functions
• Proficient with other Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and more) and virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams, etc.), with a willingness to learn new tools as needed
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and with individuals from diverse backgrounds, opinions, and needs.
• Must be able to demonstrate dependability, promptness, punctuality, and professionalism and able to work in a team-orientated environment.
• Must have excellent time management skills and be able to work well under stress while meeting deadlines.
• Must be able to successfully pass background and reference clearances and follow safety protocols enforced by the Company and as listed under working conditions

Under the direction of the Finance Manager, the duties of the accountant include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Analyze, balance, and compile invoices, reports, and/or budgets, including creating detailed budgets from contracted funding agreements
• Forecast expenses, revenues, and fiscal areas of concern and provide guidance and/or assist with resolutions
• Reconcile administrative and program revenues and expenses
• Conduct month and/or year-end closing processes
• Participate in annual audits and conduct in-person and desk monitoring visits to review accounting methods, billings, and contract compliance of subcontractors
• Assist with bank reconciliations, weekly analysis of bank transactions, and cash availability for multiple bank accounts
• Perform accounts payable and receivables duties and process payroll data as needed
• Calculate, create, and enter journal entries to properly account for costs and adjustments
• Perform extensive data entry and information retrieval from Microsoft Excel, Intuit QuickBooks, and Paylocity payroll software accounting systems
• Organize and maintain accurate accounting records, transactions, and backup documentation
• Respond to inquiries and communicate with subcontractors, funding agencies, participants, and other external partners
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and governing regulations relating to funding and processes
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field**
• Three (3) years of experience in accounting at the level of a Senior Accounting Clerk or above
• Experience with Non-profit/grant accounting highly desired
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), procedures, practices, terminology, regulations, and concepts.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software like QuickBooks
• Experience with general ledger functions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with demonstrated experience using complex formulas and functions
• Proficient with other Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and more) and virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams, etc.), with a willingness to learn new tools as needed
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and with individuals from diverse backgrounds, opinions, and needs.
• Must be able to demonstrate dependability, promptness, punctuality, and professionalism and able to work in a team-orientated environment.
• Must have excellent time management skills and be able to work well under stress while meeting deadlines.
• Must be able to successfully pass background and reference clearances and follow safety protocols enforced by the Company and as listed under working conditions.

** or any satisfactory combination of experience, education, and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform duties (education may be substituted by experience on a year-for-year basis).