Finance and Accounting Specialist at Georgia Baptist Childrens Home – Palmetto, Georgia

Summary of the Job:

The Finance and Accounting Specialist is responsible for accounting functions including general ledger analysis and review, production of monthly and annual financial statements, reconciliation of operating, payroll and medical claims bank accounts and reconciliation of daily transactions and balance general ledger accounts. The Finance and Accounting Specialist should be committed to Sanctuary practice utilizing tools that reinforce our shared language to create a trauma-responsive culture.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Provide general ledger account/report review and analysis
2. Prepare daily cash report for general operating bank account
3. Review and analyze month-end trial balance
4. Produce monthly general ledger journal entries
5. Reconcile and prepare quarterly investment accounts
6. Produce and review monthly financial statements
7. Utilize personal safety plan for managing emotions and interaction with staff and clients.
8. Download biweekly payroll to general ledger and balance
9. Reconcile operating, payroll and medical claims bank accounts
10. Post monthly allocation journal entries
11. Produce weekly cash flow reports
12. Balance notes receivable and notes payable monthly
13. Prepare financial schedules for annual audit

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Assist with annual audit
2. Scans checks and enter daily deposit
3. Maintain vehicle fleet schedule
4. Assist in licensing, contract and COA requirements
5. Maintain notary public status
6. Participate in PQI process for assigned program
7. Represent Agency favorably at all times
8. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

1. At least 21 years of age
2. A high school diploma or GED, either one year of formal training in related field and one year experience or three years experience in related field, one of which must have been with the Agency
3. Minimum of one year supervisory experience
4. Ability to reconcile bank accounts, accounts receivable and accounts payable
5. Experience with month-end closing
6. Advanced computer skills in EXCEL and Word and ability to learn new software applications
7. Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
9. Capable of performing multiple tasks simultaneously
10. Project a professional image

Ongoing Qualifications:

• Agree to abide by all the policies, rules, guidelines and regulations of the Georgia Baptist Children's Homes and Family Ministries, Inc.
• Exhibit tactfulness and good judgment in dealing with people
• Familiar with traditional Baptist tenets, customs and practices and shall maintain a compatible lifestyle
• Meet all employee guidelines and qualifications as outlined by GBCH&FM license, contracts, and accreditation.
• Exhibit the Core Values of Georgia Baptist Children’s Homes and Family Ministries, Inc.
• Utilize the Sanctuary Model of Care and conduct job responsibilities in a trauma-responsive manner.
• Have the ability to work in partnership with other members in a team approach
• Arrive to work on time and as scheduled
• Achieve and accomplish annual goals assigned by supervisor or provide acceptable documentation as to why goals were not met
• Understanding of confidential issues and protected information assigned under HIPAA
• Complete staff development hours required within the program
• Favorable MVR and fingerprint results as required.
• Maintain valid State Driver’s License as required