Staff Accountant

Position Summary:

The Marcus Jewish Community Center is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant supports the Controller in carrying out the day-to-day accounting responsibilities of the finance/accounting department. The candidate will assist in month-end close activities, invoicing, A/R, cash application, accruals, reconciliations, and customer service. An understanding of GAAP is essential, and this position requires someone who is a problem-solver, process oriented, organized, and understands the importance of accuracy and collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess an exceptional level of ethical and analytical skills and demonstrate a passion for learning and financial accuracy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and input journal entries and maintain proper related documentation

• Prepare and input cash receipts

• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes

• Prepare general ledger account reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts

• Analyze general ledger accounts, preparing adjusting journal entries as required

• Assist in preparation for external audits

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations

• Provide back up for Accounts Receivable function, as necessary, including daily bank deposits; billing inquiries; member account receipts; member account reconciliations

• Input approved customer account adjustments

• Recommend accounts adjustments, including account write-offs / bad debts, to Controller

• Follow up on credit card declines, chargebacks and returned checks

• Perform such other accounting, analytical or administrative tasks as may be required from time to time, quite often on short notice

• Assist in development and implementation of internal controls, accounting policies and procedures

• Adheres to all MJCCA policies and procedures

Minimum Requirements:

• College Degree Preferred

• Accounting: 1-2+ years (Required)

• Understanding of GAAP and FASB

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, excellent with Excel (Pivot Tables and formulas)

• Utilizes accounting system, billing system, spreadsheet, presentation software, printers/scanners, Microsoft Teams, online payment portals

Sales Force knowledge a plus

Attributes:

• Ability to interpret and analyze data and make recommendations based on findings

• Organized / detail oriented

• Highly motivated, strong initiative, and integrity

• Excellent external and internal customer interactions

• Solid oral and written communication skills

• Flexible and can adapt quickly to change

• Helpful, friendly demeanor and team oriented

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday

• Day shift

• 8-hour shift

• Flexibility with schedule and assisting Controller when asked