Bay Area Community Services is a $100M+ budget, 900 person community-based agency providing mental health, housing and social services to homeless individuals. BACS' mission is to uplift under-served individuals and their families by doing whatever it takes. GL Accountant Position Overview Do you have strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills? This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys complex accounting and wants to work for a mission driven organization. The GL Accountant provides support to the CFO and is responsible for general ledger maintenance, payroll support, bank and account reconciliations, financial report preparations, and monitoring company-wide internal controls. Ideally we are looking for candidates with fixed asset management accounting, property accounting or non-profit governmet contract fund accounting. This role requires someone who values accountability, a high degree of accuracy, and attention to detail. BACS is a fast paced, entreprenuerial environment, we are looking for accountants with excellent time management skills, ability to work collaboratively in a team to share priorities. On Site in Hayward for first 90 days, this team will be moving to our HQ at 390 40th Street in Oakland once renovations are completed. Ability to work hybrid 2 days per week after successfully meeting all standards after 90 day introductory period. Car, DL and Insurance is required for this role. General Ledger Accountant Responsibilities
- Review daily bank activities and work with bank for positive pay.
- Review and reconcile bank and credit card statements; manage expense reporting.
- Prepare all journal entries for monthly transactions.
- Maintain prepaid expense and fixed asset schedule.
- Consult with managers and supervisors to process electronic timesheets and expense reimbursements, assist with payroll processing, and download payroll data into GL.
- Coordinate A/R and A/P functions as necessary.
- Assist CFO with monthly financial and budget reports and analysis.
GL Accountant Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Associate's Degree in Accounting plus three (3) years of general accounting experience.
- Knowledge and understanding of the General Acceptable Accounting Practices (GAAP).
- Must have knowledge of general ledger entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and computer applications.
- MIP experience is a plus.
- Strong GL skill preferred.
General Ledger Accountant Compensation/Benefits
- Highly competitive compensation $42/hr
- Fully paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for employees and children
- 32 days off (PTO/Holiday), increasing with tenure
- One month PAID sabbatical after 8 Years - not charging PTO
- 403b and after 1 year BACS matching contribution
- After 1 year of service, $3000 per year in tuition, student loan debt payment, CEUs, etc.Up to $15,000 over 5 years
- Significant internal growth opportunities
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