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Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission (Fresno EOC) · 6 hours ago

Accountant I

Finance, Fresno, CA, US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$21.05/hr - $24.20/hr

1+ years exp

Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission (Fresno EOC) is responsible for empowering individuals to thrive as healthy, self-sufficient and contributing members of our communities. The Accountant I will perform general accounting duties under the direction of the Finance Director and assist in various accounting areas within the Finance Office.

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Responsibilities

This position is assigned to serve in one or more accounting areas within the Finance Office, including but not limited to: Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Insurance, Payroll, Program Accounting (includes budgeting, monitoring, and reporting), Quality Assurance, Retirement Plans, and/or Treasury

Prepare, examine, and/or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards

Develop, maintain, and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs

Assist employees, vendors, and/or funding agencies with inquiries

Compare invoices, purchase orders, and other supporting documents for consistency

Generate journal entries

Maintain Excel worksheets for tracking of data and potential import into software systems

Perform preliminary reconciliation of accounts

Prepare audit schedules and special reports, as assigned

Prepare cost allocations

Review and follow-up on outstanding checks

Review employee time records for accuracy and appropriateness

Review data and compile it into financial reports for billing purposes

Review transactions to ensure compliance with control procedures

Support supervisors in developing and conducting presentations

Trace general ledger activity to supporting documentation and identify irregularities

Prepare and submit reports for assigned duties and communicate status to appropriate parties as required

Perform sorting and filing

Occasionally travel for agency business using personal/agency vehicle

Maintain regular attendance and punctuality

Work evenings and weekends as required

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Accounting principlesMicrosoft OfficeComputerized accounting systemsData entryAnalytical skillsEffective communicationPresentation skillsTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field required

Knowledge of financial and accounting principles and practices (with preference in grant reporting and related governmental regulations) and procedures

Proficient in Microsoft Office and computerized accounting systems/applications, 10 Key by touch, and data entry experience in accounting environment

Effective presentation, written and verbal communication skills

Able to meet established deadlines

Strong analytical skills

Maintain a valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and adequate auto insurance as required by State law

Pass a criminal background investigation and credit history check

Maintain criminal clearance and acceptable credit history

Preferred

One (1) year of relevant experience preferred

Company

Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission (Fresno EOC)

When Congress passed the Economic Opportunity Act (EOA) of 1964, the goal was to obtain equality of opportunity in education, employment, health and living conditions for every American in our country.

Founded in 1965

Fresno, California, USA

1001-5000 employees