Accountant I

The St. Paul Public Housing Agency is one of the nation's highest ranked housing agencies dedicated to providing affordable housing. The Accountant I is responsible for maintaining accounting databases, processing transactions related to accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring compliance with internal controls.

What you'll do:

• Responsible for day-to-day transactional accounting activities related to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, assuring accurate and timely processing, maintaining compliance with internal controls and recording as required by GASB
• Maintain non-tenant accounts receivable
• Responsible for preparing, reviewing and posting of general ledger and Bankbook entry of journal vouchers
• Provide necessary support to process disbursements
• Maintain and administer both the 'realtime' work authorization and purchase order encumbrance databases
• Mail out Section 8 checks and Low Income Public Housing (LIPH) rent statements
• Must abide by all Board approved policies, policies prohibiting discrimination and harassment, executive communications, administrative procedures, and safety procedures established by the PHA
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

What they're looking for:

• BA degree or 4 years of vocational and advanced vocational education in a relevant field such as Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• One year of relevant experience in jobs at the B Band level or above such as general ledger, budget, payroll, accounts receivable or related experience; and/or relevant education
• Knowledge of basic accounting and budgeting techniques
• Familiarity with financial transactions and reporting requirements of government organizations
• Customer service techniques
• Skill in prioritizing and handling multiple projects
• Preparing clear and concise reports and memos
• Maintaining accurate files and records
• Using computers and related software applications
• Performing mathematical calculations and verifying accounting data
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public etc. Sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
• Valid Driver's License/Vehicle

Benefits:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Eleven paid designated holidays and two paid floating holidays
• Health and dental insurance coverage
• An employer pension contribution equal to 7% of employee's salary (employee contributes 5%)
• Additional benefits vary by contract or Supervisory and Confidential (S&C) policies.