Staff Accountant

Position Summary The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations, including preparing journal entries, maintaining financial records, reconciling accounts, and assisting with month-end close processes. This role ensures accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and company policies. He/she must possess the requisite skills necessary to ensure that Linwood’s standards for excellence are met or exceeded. Essential Duties and Responsibilities · Processes accounts payable including online, ACH payments · Ensures invoices are paid in a timely manner and that all documentation is verified · Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger · Perform month-end and year-end close activities · Reconcile various bank accounts as well as balance sheet accounts · Assist with accruals and prepaid schedules · Support fixed asset accounting and depreciation · Analyze account variances and investigate discrepancies · Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and accuracy · Prepare financial reporting (monthly) and management reporting · Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations · Maintain confidentiality of Linwood’s financial data · Prepare agency annual budgets and special projects · Monitor and tracking budgets for all services programs · Maintain supporting documentation for audit purposes · Support budgeting and variance analysis by program/department · Support internal and external audits and preparation of supporting schedules including Form 990. · Ensure adherence to internal accounting policies · Assist with process improvement and automation initiatives · Scanning, filing and document retention and other duties as assigned