Staff Accountant

2 weeks ago


West Allis, United States Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota Full time

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. Over the years, LSS has grown to become one of the largest human service agencies in the two state area serving more than 125,000 clients annually. We are looking for passionate, mission-driven individuals like you to help provide services including outpatient behavioral health management, international, domestic and special needs adoptions, older adult services, support services for children, youth and families, community corrections programs and support services for adults with disabilities and/or mental health concerns.

Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives. Does this describe your personal mission statement? Are you motivated to serve by sharing your talents? If you would like to help us achieve our mission, please apply for the following opportunity.

Description

Do you consider yourself a problem-solver? Do you have excellent analytical skills as well as attention to detail? Are you accurate and timely with your work product? Are you a flexible and proactive Accountant who serves as a business partner to department heads? Are you comfortable communicating with internal and external clients? If so, consider joining Lutheran Social Services Accounting Team.

This is a full-time salaried position is M-F, 1st shift. Compensation commensurate with experience.

This position will be based out of the corporate headquarters, but will primarily work remote. Remote employees must reside in WI.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

  • Work with other accounting members in a team environment, working towards common strategic goals.
  • Under direct supervision, apply principles of accounting to record financial information and prepare financial reports.
  • Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the accounting software, financial reporting and general ledger structure.
  • Learn and practice the high ethical standards in financial reporting.
  • Prepare and document routine general ledger entries.
  • Complete assigned account reconciliations independently resolving discrepancies.
  • Prepare monthly invoices and supporting documentation for the funders of various programs.
  • Compile and prepare financial data and reports using various software applications, such as spreadsheets, relational databases, statistical packages, and graphics packages.
  • Recognize and communicate improper/unusual transactions to Director of Accounting.
  • Assist in the preparation for the annual audit.
  • Create and maintain audit trail of all activities involving the general ledger.
  • Establish and maintain effective public and working relationships, including partnering with programs and other internal customers by providing financial support.
  • Stay abreast of and assist in implementation of employee training for changing business requirements including documentation of processes and procedures.
  • Assist team members with project work as needed.
  • Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as calculations, data preparation and verification, frequency distribution, trends, and variance analysis.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Other duties as required.

PERKS:

  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
    • By being employed with LSS, which is a non-profit agency, you can be eligible for loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
    • Loans are eligible to be forgiven after 10 years of on-time and consistent payments through the income-based re-payment plan.
    • LSS Clinical Managers (supervision@lsswis.org) and Human Capital employees can assist you in applying for this benefit.
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Flex Spending for Dependent & Health Care
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Ability to Contribute to 403B
  • LSS makes annual raises a priority for employees
  • Calm Wellness App - Premium Access
  • Early Earned Wage Access with UKG Wallet
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Service Awards and Recognition


QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Upon offer, candidates must successfully complete the necessary background, caregiver, medical and any other checks required, according to program requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. An internship of up to two years or other related experience preferred. Employee must possess some technical skills in the areas of financial data record keeping, financial reporting, and the use of business software tools. A high level of customer satisfaction and co-worker respect must be demonstrated. Employee should be flexible and able to manage multiple tasks at a time. Attention to detail is a must.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

  • Must have a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.


LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Employee must be able to read and understand English and US Dollar currency. Employee must be able to read, analyze, and interpret common technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Employee must be able to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Employee must have the ability to effectively present information to customers, vendors and other employees of the organization. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

COMPUTER SKILLS/TECHNOLOGY:
Working knowledge of computers to allow employee to access computer systems and applications to complete timecards, read and respond to email, and complete required on-line training.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge and proficiency in the use of software applications, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.

TRAVEL: Regular travel is not required, however, some daily/overnight travel may be required on an infrequent basis.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Qualifications
Education Bachelor Degree of Accounting (required)
Licenses & Certifications Certified Public Account. (preferred)
Driver's License (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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