Accountant

*Job Title:* Accountant *Reports to:* Director of Operations and Executive Director *Overview of position:* The is an exciting and challenging full-time opportunity for an accounting professional who seeks to play an integral role in building and supporting the financial infrastructure of a dynamic and high-impact organization.
*Mission Statement: *Southern California Crossroads is a Non-Profit Organization that was created to assist underserved, low income, communities.
Our objective is to create healthy, peaceful & productive lifestyles through means of victim advocacy, case management, counseling, family counseling and referral services.
*Duties and responsibilities:* * Monitors, reviews, and verifies accounting records and transactions for accuracy, timeliness, and adequacy of supporting documentation.
* Ensure compliance with internal policies, agency rules and regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles.
* Clarifies or researches issues as necessary.
* Provides input for the development of accounting applications, reports, forms, records and documented procedures.
* Record and process Accounts Payable * Prepares monthly billing invoices and collects payments efficiently and accurately * Assist with making copies and scanning documentation for monthly invoicing * Developing an effective document storage and filing system and digitizing hard copies of documents * Collecting documents from departments and program management * Assists with monthly closings and preparation of financial statements * Record monthly journal entries as well as transactions in General Ledger * Records Petty Cash transactions as needed * Records incoming payments * Assists with budgets and forecasts * Monitor budget vs actual variances and generate relevant reports to support program managers in operation planning * Assists with different aspects of internal and external audits * Develops and maintains efficient filing system for various programs * Participate in trainings for personal and professional development, including self-care and wellness * Attends meetings and trainings, as required * Maintain healthy self-care for your personal well being * Maintain positive and consistent ‘business casual’ dress code * Conduct the daily tasks given to you by your supervisor * Assists with general cleanliness of the office and workstation * Participate in training and self-care activities when provided by Crossroads * Any other duties not listed above to ensure program and client success * (Related duties as required are duties which may not be specifically listed) *Skills/Qualifications:* * · Have a strong understanding of US GAAP, experienced with developing & implementing internal controls and processes to ensure accurate reporting * · Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively: keen analytics, strong problem-solving skills, ability to interpret data to support decision making * · Manage time efficiently and effectively, ability to multi-task and willing to wear many hats in a fast-paced environment * · Experienced in using Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) is a must! * · 2+ years related experience preferred Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.
00 - $26.
00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person