We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Jacksonville, Florida. In this role, you will be responsible for managing financial records, monitoring expenditures, and preparing comprehensive financial reports for both school and church-related activities. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in accounting principles and software, a solid understanding of financial processes, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain accurate accounting records and reconcile subsidiary accounts to the general ledger.<br>• Oversee and ensure compliance with expenditure processes for school and church activity funds.<br>• Prepare and record journal entries for balance sheets, revenues, and expenditures.<br>• Perform timely reconciliation and closing of financial accounts, including bank and credit card statements.<br>• Assist in audit preparations, including the annual financial audit, to ensure compliance with regulations.<br>• Monitor internal controls to identify and address areas for improvement.<br>• Process invoices, purchase orders, and receiving reports for payment and issue checks.<br>• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports, tracking fund revenues and expenditures.<br>• Record deposits, withdrawals, and travel reimbursements for school and church activity funds.<br>• Collaborate with administrators, pastors, and financial managers to oversee budgets and recommend procedural improvements.

• At least three years of detailed bookkeeping or accounting experience, with one year in school or church fund accounting preferred.<br>• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is preferred, but relevant coursework and experience will be considered.<br>• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office applications.<br>• Familiarity with financial tools such as Financial Edge and Blackbaud is highly desirable.<br>• Strong skills in account reconciliation, general ledger management, and month-end closing processes.<br>• Valid Florida Driver’s License and candidates must undergo required screening.<br>• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate within a team.<br>• Ability to analyze and solve problems in a methodical and efficient manner.

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