SUMMARY OF POSITION: The responsibilities of the Accounting Analyst are as follows:

Updates the daily cash in bank report
Reconciles the bank accounts on a timely manner
Clears all suspense items
Advises the cash specialist of unreconciled deposits
Runs the General Ledger report in MIP and reconciling each transaction by matching its session ID to its corresponding banking transaction, entering next to each open item the individual responsible for making the entry into MIP by using respective month’s reconciliation report
Reconciles incoming donations from Raiser’s Edge to Blackbaud Merchant Services (BBMS), MIP, and banking. Download Square transactions from website and reconcile to MIP
Initiates ACH payments, maintain ACH ledger, record Monthly Journal Voucher entries (MIP sessions) in the bank
Keeps an accurate ledger as it is presented to the board on a bi-weekly basis
Enters new fixed assets into MIP monthly. Run Fixed Assets/CAPEX Depreciation report at the end of each month and retain all support documents. Reconcile FA in MIP to actual FA on hand (inventory quarterly counts)
Deposits and records all cash receipts company wide
Prepares reports and analyze cash receipts

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include the following, and other duties may be assigned:

Ensures that all agency cash receipts (currency, checks, wires, and ACH payments) are properly identified by General Ledger Account and Program Code, recorded in the General Ledger (MIP) accordingly and deposited in the bank (either directly or scanned) within 24 hours of receipt
Keeps updated records of book receipts provided for proof of payments for all 4 locations as required. Responsible for counting and verifying transmittals for cash, credit cards and checks received from all locations via interoffice on a weekly basis and ensure that receipts are properly recorded in the General Ledger (MIP)
Researches and resolves all outstanding items at month end; These items include correct application of Pledge, Donation and Grant payments
Assists Grant Billing Specialist in reconciliation of all Masada related billing
Tracks all Donations, Pledge & Grant payments. Keep files and record payments for all divisions; Session ID should be recorded on Daily Bank Activity spreadsheet
Reconcile Pledge Receivables & Donation payments on monthly basis. Reconciles all accounts, as assigned
Creates daily payment reports to contact Grant Billing Specialist and confirm allocation and application of payment
Review and import Raisers Edge files from Resource & Development on a daily basis
Bank accounts daily management and monthly reconciliation of all JCS and MASADA bank accounts. Complete within 30 days with no suspense items, following JCS internal Fiscal policy
Provide the Daily Cash in Bank report (includes the outstanding checklist and cashed checks)
Monitor bank accounts for suspicious or fraudulent activity
Process ACH payments. Review for accuracy. Provide a weekly ACH register
Maintains ongoing communications and follow up with the Grant Billing Specialists and Cash Analyst to ensure all receipts are promptly and accurately recorded in MIP (Abila Accounting System)
Maintains the MIP Chart of Accounts and Subpayor Codes
Maintains Fixed Assets (FA) and CAPEX ledger and monthly depreciation expense
Provides details of FA. Conduct Semi Annually inventory counts to verify FA
Assists Accounting Manager with cash flow analysis and other analysis (i.e., accounts payable, ACH registers)
Provides auditors with supporting schedules

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, preferred; A combination of education and experience will be accepted on a year-to-year basis
Minimum 5 years’ experience in Accounting or Finance
Well-organized, results- oriented and deadline-focused with great attention to detail
Possesses a dependable and strong work ethic to manage confidential information and data with discretion and successfully meet scheduled deliverables and timelines
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to work independently, self-motivated with initiative
Experience with accounting software systems, preferably with MIP system
Bank reconciliation experience
Must possess an in-depth knowledge of US GAAP accounting
Strong computer skills and the ability to use Microsoft Office effectively (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams, and Outlook). Excel knowledge must include pivot tables
Ability to focus and prioritize
Follows up in a timely manner demonstrating a strong sense of ownership and urgency
Ability to analyze and resolve problems and draw accurate conclusions
Well organized and deadline-focused with attention to detail and 100% accuracy
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a team
Ability to apply reasoning to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

PERKS: We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees, including medical and dental plans. A generous vacation and holiday pay benefit and a 401(k) match is available. Staff receives monthly in-service training and CEU opportunities. This is a one of a kind opportunity for leadership in talent management to contribute to a team of mindful, caring and passionate people at work every day in service to our community!

JCS is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or veteran status.

ABOUT: Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS) is the foremost non-profit, human services agency whose mission is to improve the quality of life and self-sufficiency of the Jewish and broader communities throughout South Florida in accordance with Jewish values. Founded in 1920, JCS delivers exemplary social services through compassionate and comprehensive programs that help people stay healthy and productive.

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Accounting Analyst