DATE AVAILABLE: Immediately
SALARY STEP RANGE: $56,948 - $70,018, Range 4
A successful candidate will have a mix of organizational and analytical
skills. With the ability to work out numbers, generate reports and find
discrepancies as well as cost-saving opportunities. Other
qualifications may include: data entry skills, comfortable with math and
calculations, good listening and communication skills and attention to
detail.
The Ferguson Library is committed to being an
anti-racist and equitable organization. Our staff are people with
different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for
improving people’s lives through education, resources and services.
Diversity not only includes race and gender expression but also age,
disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion and many
other parts of one’s identity. We are deliberate and self-reflective
about the kind of culture and workplace we aspire to create.
The essential job duties shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
Accounting Duties: Ensuring an accurate and timely monthly and year-end
close with the timely reporting of all monthly financial information.
Prepare and enter journal entries into financial system. Maintain fixed
assets schedule and book monthly depreciation. Maintain prepaid expense
schedule and book monthly amortization. Reconciling monthly bank
statements. Maintain accurate records, including legers, journal,
receipts, and invoices. Collect and reconcile supporting documentation
for credit card statements. Assist with preparation for annual audits.
Purchasing Duties: Main contact person for purchase order request from
departments. Responsible for placement of centralized orders.
Communication of orders to vendors. Returns processing/credits.
Confirmation of order quantity, pricing and availability. Ensure
accuracy of all orders and creation of purchase orders. Checks all
deliveries/packages and distributes appropriately. Make enhancements on
the efficiency of the purchasing process.
Required
Skills/Qualifications: Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or
Business Administration preferred. 2+ years accounting experience;
knowledge of nonprofit accounting a plus. A firm understanding of
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Mastery of accounting
software. Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office. Detail-oriented and
able to process data with the right balance between accuracy and
efficiency. Strong analytical and problem–solving skills, as well as
strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Independent, organized, and a flexible work style. Team Player and able
to work collaboratively in a small department.
If interested in being considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter by email to apply@fergusonlibrary.org. Please use the position title as the subject line. This position will remain open until filled.
