Job Details
Staff Accountant
Summary:
This position is responsible assisting in all accounting functions (A/P, A/R, G/L and Financial Reporting) for CTIA and related companies. This position will assist in timely preparation of invoicing to customers, posting of all daily accounts receivable transactions, bank deposits, maintaining ledgers and other records, including reconciliation to the general ledger, billing, collections, A/P invoice approval portal, A/P electronic payment processing and general ledger activity including fixed assets, investments and membership accounting.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:
Accounting Functions
* Follow all Accounting Policy and Procedures
* Assist in preparation of daily deposit electronically or at local branch
* Assist in posting cash receipts to the accounting system
* Assist in invoicing all CTIA customers either electronically or by paper
* Assist in the collections for all receivables
* Assist in the payment posting and application
* Maintaining well organized filing system
* Research all unidentified banking transactions
* Backup other staff accounting positions as needed
* Update Accounting Policy and Procedures where applicable
* Assist with the preparation of audit schedules
Customer Support
* Work with customer to ensure timely payment of outstanding receivables
* Effective communication with internal and external customers
* Prepare special request information as needed; banking info, W-9 and wires etc.
Supervisory responsibilities: N/A
Competency:
To perform the position successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Project Management - Ability to multi-task; Coordinates projects.
Customer Service - Responds to requests for service and assistance in a timely manner; meets commitments.
Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
Planning/Organizing - Maintain a complete and organized filing system; prioritize and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge:
Strong accounting principles; must have understanding of journal entries and financial statement preparation.
Computer skills:
Strong Excel skills preferably with V-Lookup and Pivot table experience.
Education and/or experience:
BS or BA in Accounting required, entry-level position, Spring 2022 graduates encouraged to apply
Language skills:
The ideal candidate will have strong written and oral skills. Working knowledge of grammar, punctuation and proficiency in proofreading skills.
Physical demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; and use of motor skills.
Work environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. This position may require overtime. Candidate must be flexible to work overtime if needed.
COVID-19 Protocol:
CTIA is currently teleworking and this hire may be brought on remotely. The hire is expected to work in the DC office Tuesday-Thursday with the option to work from home Monday and Friday when our office re-opens.
This list describes general job duties and responsibilities. It is not a complete list of duties. Incumbents may be required to perform additional tasks related to these duties.
CTIA does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, color, race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, marital status, personal appearance, veteran status, political affiliation, matriculation, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.