Accountant - Housing

The Accountant performs accounting functions for a variety of programs, providing financial support to the development and grant departments. The position researches, understands, and applies state and federal laws, and agencies' requirements, rules, and regulations. The position works in a team environment, contributing to the success and credibility of the finance office in a variety of roles with a willingness to take on new responsibilities, improve efficiencies, solve problems and provide backup to other accounting office staff. The Accountant is self-motivated, adaptable to change, and detail oriented.

Development, Project and Financial Reporting Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Senior Accountant in the accurate tracking and analysis of development activity for both Multi Family and Single-Family programs.
• Support annual financial audits by collecting and organizing records, preparing various audit schedules, and performing other related audit functions as requested.
• Review and assist with Single Family homeownership construction and grant reporting and compliance. Reconcile appropriate custodial accounts to family accounting ledgers and cash on hand. Reconcile offset accounts to maintain accurate custodial, loan and construction account balances
• Assist in the preparation of technical accounting work related to the Agency's federal, state and local grants

Accounts Payable, Receivable and Cash Management Responsibilities

• Reconcile bank accounts and monitor cash level requirements.
• Prepare receivable invoices for grants, resident services, properties, developments, and others as assigned. Monitor the aging of amounts due.
• Research, code, and post cash payments received.
• Coordinate and monitor cardholders to ensure credit card expense vouchers are completed within the required timelines and review completed vouchers to ensure compliance with agency policy.

General Responsibilities

• Meet reporting deadlines, both internal and external.
• Research and respond to program inquiries regarding posted transactions and reports in the accounting system.
• Assist with budget development and reporting.
• Suggest and implement improvements to relevant processes and procedures.
• Assists with other work as assigned.

Job Requirements:

The following requirements are those that are normally required for the performance of this position. Any disabled applicant who does not meet one or more of the requirements, but who can perform the essential functions of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements.

Physical Requirements:

This position normally requires the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting, or performing other work requiring low physical exertion, talking, and hearing on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. These physical demands are required up to 90% of the time.

Non-Physical Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, required

Experience

• 3 years of relevant experience to include Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll and or General Ledger.

Special Skills

• Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, methods, and terminology
• Extensive knowledge of computerized general ledger systems
• Knowledge of SAGE Intacct preferred
• Prior experience with database management and reporting
• Advanced knowledge in Excel, including spreadsheet design and formulas
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Licensure, Registration, Certification

• Valid Driver's License and minimum required liability insurance for WA State
• Must be deemed insurable as determined by Catholic Charities' liability insurance provider

Employment is conditional upon:

• Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required

Wage Range: $33 to $37/hr., depending on education and experience

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. Fridays: 7:30 am to 3 pm

Benefits:

• 13 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave per year
• Health insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision insurance plans. Majority of premiums paid by Catholic Charities
• Retirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment; Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions following 6 months of employment
• Basic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic Charities
• Flexible Spending Account eligibility following 6 months of employment
• Education Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year for approved continuing education after 6 months of employment
• Additional voluntary insurances including supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, long term disability, accident, and ID theft
• Employee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing tools
• Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment

It is the practice of Catholic Charities to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We gladly offer reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to support participation in the hiring process and employment.