Accounting Analyst I at Child Development Associates

Chula Vista, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular| Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hourly Rate: $37.50 (equivalent to $78,000.00 annually) About CDA: CDA is a community based, multiservice non-profit agency with over 300 employees dedicated to creating positive change in our local community. Our mission is to empower and promote the well-being of families, child care providers, and the greater community through financial and support services. Purpose of the Role: Under general supervision, the Accounting Analyst I performs various professional accounting duties including maintenance and analysis of accounting records, preparation of accounting schedules and reports, prepares journal entries and reconciles ledger accounts; ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, CDA policies, procedures, and contracts. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Code and pay vendor invoices by verifying transaction information. Schedule and prepare disbursements to vendors and providers. Maintain provider payment ledger and reconcile differences. Maintain accounting ledgers by posting account transactions. Resolve account discrepancies by investigating documentation; issue stop-payments, payments, or adjustments. Perform banking and other financial activities on a regular basis. Verify accounts by reconciling statements and transactions. Prepare program, benefit and financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information. Maintain financial security by following internal accounting controls. Maintain financial history records by filing accounting documents. Additional Duties & Responsibilities: Perform payroll processing functions, as needed. Maintain and update the Accounting Procedure Manual. Assist supervisors or managers by completing special projects, as needed. Participate in on-site and off-site learning opportunities such as workshops, conferences, staff meetings and trainings. Minimum Qualifications Education, training, and/or experience that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above. A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting and/or related field and 1-3 years of professional accounting experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of CDA’s goals and objectives, vision, mission, and values, along with a strong understanding of GAAP, general accounting principles, financial reporting, and clerical accounting methods, forms, and techniques. Ability to communicate effectively and build positive working relationships with diverse stakeholders while demonstrating professional telephone, office, and online etiquette. Skill in evaluating financial data, exercising sound judgment, recommending corrective actions, reconciling record-keeping differences and related transactions, and understanding the relationships among accounting and statistical records and documents. Proficiency in operating computers, calculators, and standard office equipment, as well as using various computerized financial systems and adapting to system changes. Ability to read, understand, and follow written directives and oral instructions, communicate with individuals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds, and remain calm, tactful, and diplomatic in sensitive or adverse situations. Demonstrated judgment in responding to inquiries, releasing information appropriately, and analyzing the potential impact of decisions or recommendations. Familiarity with nonprofit contract compliance is preferred. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain strict confidentiality. Proficient use of office equipment, such as copy and fax machines, calculators, scanners, phone system and file cabinets in a safe manner; use of Adobe and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Power point, and Outlook; experience creating complex financial systems including expertise in Excel; proficient writing skills and keen attention to detail. Work Environment Office environment; exposure to computer screens and other basic office equipment; the noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Reasonable accommodations in the work environment may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position also requires commitment to work under strict timelines and schedules in order to meet compliance requirements. The list of job duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded from time to time to include other duties and responsibilities that may be deemed necessary. Physical Requirements: The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with a qualified disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. Continuous: upward and downward flexion of the neck; frequent: sitting, repetitive use of hands to operate computers, printers, and copiers; occasional: walking, standing, bending, and twisting of neck, bending and twisting of waist, squatting, grasping, reaching above and below shoulder level, and lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 20 pounds. This list of job duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded from time to time to include other duties or responsibilities that may be deemed necessary. Work Schedule Full-time, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, typically 8:30 am to 5:00pm. May require evening and weekend hours based on the needs of the program. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule of up to twenty-four (24) hours remote and sixteen (16) hours in-office per week following the successful completion of training. Remote work is not guaranteed and may be modified, suspended, or discontinued at any time based on business and operational needs. In-person attendance may be required for trainings, meetings, or other agency-related purposes. Benefits: Medical | Dental | Vision - 80% paid by the employer in the first year, and 100% thereafter Ongoing Training and Staff Development opportunities Flexible Spending Account Legal Service Plans Available Paid Holidays, Sick Pay, and Vacation Time Additional Vacation Days – Earn up to 5 bonus days after 3 years, and up to 15 bonus days after 10 years. Long-Term Disability Group and Voluntary Life Insurance Plan Annual Employer Contribution Plan and Employee 401(k) Contribution Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

This role is for an Accounting Analyst I, suggesting entry-level responsibilities within the accounting department. Specific duties are not detailed in the provided description.