LEARN, Southeastern Connecticut's Regional Educational Service Center, invites candidates to apply for a full-time General Accountant opening.
General Scope of Responsibilities
The General Accountant will perform a variety of accounting / business functions for LEARN and LEARN member districts.
Relationship within the Organization
The General Accountant reports to and is evaluated by the Chief Financial Officer and/or the Assistant Director.
Responsibilities
- Process accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions.
- Manage open purchase orders and invoices to ensure timely payment and liquidations.
- Maintain current vendor information on all active vendors.
- Prepare and distribute 1099s.
- Process bi-weekly payroll and related activities.
- Complete monthly bank reconciliations and research open items. Ensure all accounts are reconciled on a monthly basis.
- Assist in the development and implementation of procedures and controls in accounting and business office functions.
- Perform other duties as appropriately assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
Experience
- Prior accounting experience preferred.
- Knowledge of municipal accounting principles and methods.
- Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Competencies
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple levels of the organization.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of MUNIS, QuickBooks, and Infinite Visions software preferred.
Qualified applicants should apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/learn/onlineapp/ (application can be found under the Other Professional category). LEARN Regional Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Travel reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- New London, CT 06320 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- New London, CT 06320: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
