JOB TITLE:  Staff Accountant / Finance Specialist

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist Director of Finance in the preparation of financial statements for monthly Board meetings.
2. Process accounts payable and accounts receivable.
3. Assist with bank and general ledger reconciliations.
4. Process payroll reports.
5. Assist with month-end closings.
6. Track fixed assets and prepare depreciation schedules.
7. Post journal entries.
8. Prepare accruals and reconcile to the general ledger.
9. Handle vendor calls and inquiries.
10. Prepare aging reports.
11. Process deposits and enter in QuickBooks.
12. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and/or Experience – Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field and/or 2+ years experience.
• Knowledge – Background in bookkeeping work helpful but not required. Red Cross experience and/or a strong knowledge of the organization’s mission, values, program, services and corporate culture are also preferred.
• Language Skills – Excellent English language mastery required. Good oral, written, and telephone skills are preferred. Bilingual (Spanish) ability helpful.
• Computer Skills –computer skills, including competency in QuickBooks, Excel, MS Word, Microsoft suite applications, Explorer and Outlook are preferred, but not required.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations – If tasks involve driving Chapter fleet vehicles, this individual will be required to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification through the American Red Cross as well as a valid California Drivers License, the completion of the Drivers Authorization packet, a cleared DMV background check and an authorized defensive driving course.
• Dependability – Is consistently at work on time. Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Keeps commitments. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Employee must demonstrate ability to work effectively with others (including co-workers, customers, and others) by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner; listening to and objectively considering ideas and suggestions from others; keeping commitments; keeping others informed of work progress, timetables and issues; addressing problems and concerns constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions; and addressing the diversity of our work force in actions, words and deeds.

Send Resume attachment electronically to: hr@sbredcross.org

The American Red Cross Santa Barbara County Chapter
2707 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93105-3567
(805) 687-1331 x111