Payroll & General Ledger Accountant at Operation… · Kansas…

PAYROLL & GENERAL LEDGER ACCOUNTANT FULL-TIME · Location: Kansas City, MO, US Operation Breakthrough is a not for profit organization that helps children who are living in poverty develop to their fullest potential by providing them a safe, loving and educational environment. Operation Breakthrough strives to support and empower the children’s families through advocacy, referral services and emergency aid.   JOB SUMMARY Serve as a Payroll and General Ledger Accountant in the Finance Department working with the Controller to ensure all financial obligations are met in a timely manner.   QUALIFICATIONS  • Bachelor in Accounting from accredited institution • Minimum of 3 years of experience in an accounting office with progressive responsibilities • Ability to process payroll (ADP payroll experience preferred) • Understanding of accounting principles • Understanding of General Ledger Accounting ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Monitor incoming bank ACHs and create journal entries for review • Maintain payroll system. This position will be responsible for the bi-weekly processing of payroll for approximately 200 employees, and the preparation of the payroll journal entry • Post journal entries prepared by Controller; create and post journal entries that are recurring.  • Assist with the billing, invoicing, and collections process for grants as directed by the controller • Reconcile payroll benefit accounts to vendor invoices  • Perform ad hoc reporting from the ERP system as requested by the Controller and CFO • Assist with compilation of information for audit requests • Provides coverage in the absence of the AP/AR Accountant • Responsible for special assignments when requested • Other Duties as assigned  COMPETENCIES • Technical Skills: Knowledgeable in all phases of accounting including understanding the payables and receivables lifecycle, cash flow concepts, payroll reporting, and basic financial statement report. • Technology Skills: Proficient computer skills including having a good command of the Microsoft suite of software (especially Excel) as well as being able to learn our ERP system (MIP) and asset/depreciation system (Asset Keeper).  • Interpersonal Skills: Interact respectfully with others. Manage conflict effectively, gain respect and confidence of others.  • Problem-Solving: Identify problems, use good judgment and make decisions based on facts, sound reasoning and weighing of possible outcomes. • Critical Thinking: Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions and approaches to problems. • Organizational Skills: Demonstrate superior organization skills, prioritizing multiple projects and tasks to meet deadlines while dealing with changes and interruptions. Complete all inputting and paper work with accuracy and timeliness. • Professionalism: Model appropriate behavior, personal appearance, language and communication skills for staff members.  • Team Leadership: Ability and willingness provide overall direction, gain commitment and engage work groups in problem-solving and achievement of outcomes. • Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality with regard to staff, children, families, donors, and Operation Breakthrough financials according to established guidelines. • Diversity: Sensitive to diversity and cultural orientation. Accept interpersonal differences and deal effectively with others regardless of level or status. • Communication: Listen, perceive and interpret what others are communicating. Obtain needed information from others and convey information both verbally and in written form in a way that is understandable by a wide range of audiences.  • Dependability: Serve as a role model in following policies and procedures, using time wisely, being on time, reporting, and following through on commitments. • Life-long Learning: Gain new knowledge and skills in accounting through initiative or as required. Stay up to date on changes which occur in the field. • Flexibility: Understand that we require flexibility in a high-demand not-for-profit organization, where we have peak busy times regarding our workflow, particularly during the holidays.   WORKING CONDITIONS Indoors This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee.