Accountant Job at Greater Des Moines Partnership, Des Moines, IA

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  • Greater Des Moines Partnership
  • Des Moines, IA

Job Description

Description

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS: The Accountant role is responsible for supporting the day-to-day transactional accounting operations for The Partnership and related entities served. This includes but is not limited to accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank activity, reconciliations, and general ledger entries. This position ensures accuracy and timeliness in processing financial transactions, supports monthly closing activities, and assists in maintaining compliance with internal policies and accounting standards, with high ethical standards and transparency.

5 Major Functions

  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Assist with recording of bank activity
  • Assist with reconciliations
  • Assist with month-end close

Specific Job Respsonsibilities

Accounts Payable (AP):

  • Process vendor invoices, ensuring appropriate documentation, approvals, and coding.
  • Prepare AP batches for processing.
  • Print checks and/or create ACH files for review and distribution.
  • Monitor accounts payable aging and resolve discrepancies with vendors.
  • Maintain vendor records in the accounting system.

Accounts Receivable (AR)

  • Generate and send invoices for annual commitments, sponsorships, dues, programs, and events.
  • Apply payments received and maintain accurate AR records.
  • Follow up on outstanding receivables and collaborate with areas of work as needed.

Banking & Cash Management

  • Assist in recording daily bank activity.
  • Assist in posting credit card transactions.
  • Assist in preparing monthly bank reconciliations.

General Ledger & Month-End Close

  • Record journal entries related to routine transactions and adjustments.
  • Assist in reconciling balance sheet accounts.
  • Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.

Compliance & Documentation

  • Ensure all financial records are maintained in accordance with GAAP and organizational policies.
  • Assist with gathering of supporting documentation for audits.
  • Assist with internal and external reporting requirements.

Other Duties

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • Experience with accounting software. GP Microsoft Dynamics is preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
  • Strong analytical abilities.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Highly adaptable and can work well with others and within a team, both internally and externally.
  • Ability to work under the pressure of tight deadlines.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize workload.

Education And Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting
  • 3+ years of experience in the field of accounting

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