Accountant I

Job Details

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Are you a finance professional with a knack for accuracy and a passion for numbers? We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our dynamic team as our next Accountant I. In this role, you'll be the backbone of our financial operations by managing accounts receivable and payable workflows. Your meticulous attention to detail will be crucial as you review and reconcile invoices, handle vendor and customer inquiries, and prepare monthly journal entries. With your strong analytical skills and commitment to maintaining internal controls, you'll play a key role in safeguarding our financial data. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position that requires a blend of accounting expertise and exceptional organizational skills, we invite you to apply!

ABOUT US

The State Bar of Arizona is a non-profit organization that operates under the supervision of the Arizona Supreme Court. The Bar regulates approximately 19,000 active attorneys in Arizona and provides education and development programs for the legal profession and the public. The Bar and its members are committed to serving the public by making sure the voices of all people in Arizona are heard in our justice system.

Benefits of working at the State Bar of Arizona include:

• 100% employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (employee only)
• $900 HSA funding provided by employer for individuals ($2,000 for families)
• Generous paid vacation and sick time
• 10 paid holidays per year + 2 additional floating holidays
• 8 hours of paid volunteer hours per year
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with employer match
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Quarterly wellness reimbursement for gym membership
• A community of friendly and collaborative co-workers

If you are ready for a challenging and rewarding career that makes a significant impact on the Arizona legal profession while protecting the public, we want you on our team! To hear more about the mission of the SBA , please visit to watch our video.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, provides support to department activities with specific responsibility for the processing, recording, updating, and reconciling fiscal information in compliance with established policies. Results and services of position may have considerable impact on compliance, resources, or service.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities listed below are essential to the employee's position.

• Processes daily cash transactions, deposits and reconciliations including necessary research and review to properly code and post transactions.
• Accurately codes cash receipts transactions per the requirements of the accounting department and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Processes and manages accounts receivable workflows and posts transactions in a timely manner related to dues, publication sales, advertising sales, and sponsorships.
• Processes and manages accounts payable and corporate credit card workflows and posts transactions in a timely manner and accordingly to departmental/company guidelines.
• Sorts and distribute all accounts payable-related email and scans received. Includes determining level of priority and follow-up needed.
• Reviews and reconciles invoices and expense reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal controls and departmental/company guidelines.
• Maintains and updates vendor set-up in the accounting system including obtaining new vendor approval and appropriate W-9 documentation.
• Handles inquiries from internal and external vendors and customers regarding accounts payable, disbursements, and expense summaries. Research and analyses information to determine the appropriate follow-up.
• Prepares monthly journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Ensures maintenance of effective internal controls in the safeguarding of confidential information and the reliability of financial data. Ensures compliance with any and all financial and legal reporting requirements.
• Performs additional tasks that may be outside of regular job responsibilities that ensure proper internal controls and separation of duties.
• As assigned, assists with preparation of financial reporting requirements as determined by the Financial Policies Manual, Finance & Audit Committee, Board of Governors, and local state, and federal agencies (including year-end 1099 and 1096 tax forms).
• Processes and manages follow-up systems and document retention (paper and electronic) for those items related to accounts receivable and other assigned duties.
• Assists with Bar-wide annual budget process.
• Assists with preparation for annual external financial audit.
• Manages disbursements from general petty cash bank and any other related petty cash funds.
• Performs all other related duties, as assigned. May be requested to assist with special accounting department projects from time to time.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience Required

Bachelor's degree (preferably in Accounting or Business) or related work experience. Minimum two (2) years of experience in a similar accounting position preferred, preferably with high-volume cash receipts.

Skills and Abilities

• Performs all duties in compliance with internal procedures and external regulations. Is responsible for bringing compliance issues to the attention of management.
• Position requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• General understanding and knowledge of cash receipts and accounts receivable workflows.
• General understanding and knowledge of accounts payable workflows and vendor maintenance.
• Ability to read, write, analyze and interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Requires an ability to work with mathematical concepts (adding, subtracting, etc.) and related logical reasoning on a regular basis.
• Excellent follow-through skills.
• Highly customer service-oriented and responsive.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and well-organized. Highly accurate.
• Professional appearance.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.
• Ability to work comfortably and effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to be innovative and to contribute new ideas for process/workflow improvements.
• Self-starter.
• Ability to file alphabetically and operate general office equipment such as facsimile and photocopy machine including accurate and rapid keyboarding and ten-key skills.
• Ability to cross-train and back-up, as requested.

Model the behaviors expected of all SBA employees by:

• Cultivating a positive work environment.
• Prioritizing and setting manageable goals.
• Being efficient with time at work.
• Communicating effectively with management, staff, members, clients, visitors, and the public.
• Being flexible and taking criticism constructively.
• Maintaining the highest ethical standards.

Computer Skills

Microsoft windows environment with Office Suite to include formatting and production of documents. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel (especially complex formulas, vlookups, sorting/filtering and pivot tables). Proficient in accounting, business, and financial management software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None required.

Other

Regular attendance is required to fulfill duties of position. At times, individual must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with ability to handle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.

Salary Description

$27.00 - $27.50 an hour

 State Bar Of Arizona

 06/01/2024

 Phoenix,AZ