Accountant I

Overview:

Under general direction of the Sr. Accountant the Accountant I role will be responsible for performing all accounting functions related to accounts payable and purchase order processing.  This includes setting up vendor purchase orders, matching and reconciling vendor invoices to purchase orders, directing and insuring payables are properly coded and authorized, processing vendor invoices and expense reports for timely payment, and reconciling and resolving vendor statements.  Accountant I will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing transactions to ensure compliance with GAAP and NASCO corporate policies and procedures. Responsibilities also include daily cash monitoring of central financial bank accounts and posting adjustments to account balances.  In addition, this position will also be accountable for performing monthly bank and investment reconciliations, managing corporate American Express credit cards, assisting with month-end financial closing processes and maintaining balance sheet schedules and subsidiary ledgers. Communicates with controller regarding status of projects and initiatives. Locality to the state of Georgia required.

Responsibilities:

• Oversees vendor invoices and associate expense reports ensuring they are accurately entered into accounts payable system with proper account coding, gl periods and approvals based on corporate authorization levels
• Audits expense reports submitted for reimbursement to ensure they are in accordance with GAAP, tax and corporate expense report policy
• Manages vendor payables to ensure payments are made in accordance with terms of contracts and SOW’s while maximizing NASCO’s cash flow
• Processes weekly payment disbursements for vendor invoices and associate expense reports
• Resolves all vendor statements and outstanding payments to insure accounts are in positive financial standing
• Oversees all vendor purchase orders, ensuring they are properly account coded in NASCO accounting system in accordance with approved vendor master service agreements
• Manages NASCO corporate American Express credit cards; monitors for payment compliance, assists with applications & cancellations, and works with vendor to insure proper management reporting is in place
• Performs daily cash monitoring of central financial cash accounts to insure timely and accurate funding by customers. Prepares proper posting adjustments to account balances
• Processes Central Financial forgeries submitted by control plans in a timely manner
• Provides accounts payable processing and expense report process/policy on-board training for new associates
• Performs monthly bank and investment reconciliations to general ledger. Prepares adjusting/correcting journal entries as appropriate
• Reconciles, analyzes, adjusts and maintains balance sheet accounts for accounts payable, accrued payables, and prepaid expenses
• Compiles, enters and posts monthly adjusting journal entries
• Researches and implements process improvements for purchase order and accounts payable processes
• Produces requested financial reports for distribution; analyzes and identifies trends and exceptions for escalation/resolution.
• Assists in the preparation of audit schedules to insure accurate and timely completion of external audit as requested
• Prepares assigned customer invoices in accordance with customer control plan agreement and/or approved customer statements of work
• Provides ad hoc financial information and analysis to internal customers as requested
• Other duties as assigned by Manager

Qualifications:

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Experience:

• One to three years of demonstrated and relevant experience in accounting in a corporate environment
• Working knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Practices) and principles and applicable tax laws and regulations
• Knowledge of computer and accounting systems, including general ledger systems, accounts payable, accounts receivable and other GL sub-systems. 
• Demonstrated understanding of business, accounting and financial concepts and a strategic view of integrating business goals and financial performance
• Intermediate level skills with Excel/spreadsheet tools, presentations and financial databases.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data and identify trends, variances and significant factors that influence short and long term goals
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with demonstrated ability to interpret and explain financial information in a concise and business-focused manner
• Strong use of problem solving skills to achieve goals
• Excellent interpersonal skills that promote working successfully with different levels of management as well as staff, customers, and vendors to achieve mutual goals

 

Required Training and Education:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

 

Preferred Certifications:

• CPA, CMA or CFM professional designation a plus

 

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to use equipment at workstation for up to 8 hours daily
• Working remotely, home office with occasional travel to the Atlanta office

 

Benefits Overview

 

At NASCO, we trust our workforce to be fully remote, working from their home. This benefit offers significant, personalized outcomes for each associate including work/life balance, savings on commuting, work clothing, and increased time to spend on personal activities.

 

Our full benefit package is designed to support the physical, mental, and financial health of our associates. We offer:

 

Physical and Mental Health Benefits

• Choice of Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Telehealthcare – for Medical and Behavioral visits
• Generous PTO with buy/sell options
• 9 Company holidays, a floating day off, and a day off for volunteering
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness program - earn insurance discounts or credit towards health-related items

 

Financial Health Benefits

• 401K Plan with employer matching contributions
• Company-funded spending/reimbursement accounts to help with out-of-pocket medical expenses
• Bonus and Recognition programs
• Tuition Assistance
• Consultation with financial planner
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance provided, and Supplemental Term Life Insurance is available

• Group Discount programs - mobile, technology services, etc., to help you save money

 

Other Benefits

• E-Learning – Comprehensive and current library of e-learning and performance support assets, available on demand and at no cost

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other grounds, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. Must have legal authority to work in the US.

 

We will not accept applicants that use AI when answering the screening questions. Applicants who use AI to answer any questions or to complete their application will not be considered for employment.