JOB SUMMARY
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
The Accountant at the Greater Green Bay YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and performs accounting functions such as journal entries, account reconciliation, and financial reporting.
OUR CULTURE
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture.
In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are welcoming: we are open to all.
We are a place where you can belong and become.
We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs monthly bank reconciliations, reviews and prepares journal entries and maintains recurring journal entries.
Posts daily activity from operational systems to the general ledger.
Records and reconciles payroll transactions.
Supports Accounts Payable and others as a back up to their daily functions.
Serves as liaison for the day-to-day banking activities.
Assists VP of Finance with month end and year-end closings, including preparing audit work papers.
Performs and assists in a variety of accounting, financial analysis, and budget projects.
Works with department personnel to understand accounting processes and procedures.
Addresses challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
Performs all internal and external interactions with a high level of customer service.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
Functional Expertise in Accounting
Critical Thinking & Decision Making
Communication & Influence
QUALIFICATIONS
2 year degree in accounting with 5 years related experience OR 4 year degree in accounting with 1-2 years of experience.
Knowledge of general ledger and accounting functions, including GAAP and internal controls.
Comfortable with computerized accounting systems.
Prior experience with non-profit accounting a plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, Word and Outlook required.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Must be highly organized and have the ability to work with confidential matters.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & 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 use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
This job description represents the major functions of the job but is not intended to be all inclusive.
The incumbent is also responsible for performing other duties as necessary for Association success.
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