Accountant I

Braille Institute of America serves the blind and low vision community through inclusive, collaborative, and accessible programs and services. The Accountant I supports assigned accounting functions, including payroll processing, accounts payable, financial transaction reconciliation, audits, tax filings, and backup accounts receivable duties.

What you'll do:

• Assist with bi-weekly payroll processing, including timesheet review, communication with managers regarding discrepancies, collaborating with People & Culture on any employee matters related to payroll, and assisting employees with basic payroll related questions
• Reviews, prepares, codes, and posts vendor invoices Accounts Payable software (BILL). Follows up with approvers on pending invoices
• Communicate with vendors regarding documents needed and electronic payment enrollment
• Retrieves and processes utility bills for various centers
• Assist with annual 1099 issuance to vendors
• Assist with preparing and filing monthly and quarterly returns related to independent contractors. Prepares and files various accounting forms required by government agencies
• Assist with annual audit (BIA and retirement plan audits). Duties may include scanning hard copy documents, identifying digital documents requested and submitting documents for manager review
• Duties may include processing purchase orders, and converting received purchase orders
• Provide back up for Accounts Receivable functions as needed. Duties include generating customer invoices and recording receipts
• May train and oversee the work of volunteers, student interns, and temporary workers
• Performs other duties as assigned. As the organization continues to evolve, duties or tasks may change without impacting on the overall Job Description

What they're looking for:

• Position requires a high school diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting software is required
• Position requires good mathematics, computer, organization, time management, and communication skills
• The ability to multi-task with attention to detail and accuracy is essential
• At least one year of general accounting and/or banking experience is needed
• Some college courses in accounting are strongly preferred

Benefits:

• Flexible work environment
• Work-life balance
• Support for employee well-being
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive