Accounting Specialist

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35203, Birmingham, AL, USA
In-Office
55K-60K Annually
Junior
Fitness • Kids + Family • Social Impact • Hospitality
The Role
Manages vendor-side accounting, including vendor records and compliance documentation, 1099 reporting, accounts payable, fleet fuel and credit card administration, fixed assets, depreciation, reconciliations, accruals, and month-end close activities. The role also supports process improvements and requires accurate deadline management in a mission-driven YMCA environment.
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About the Y

At the YMCA, we're for youth development, for healthy living, and for social responsibility. Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Every role at the Y, including the ones behind the scenes in Accounting, helps make that mission possible.

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant owns the vendor side of our accounting, including accounts payable, vendor relationships, the fleet fuel program, and fixed assets, and keeps it accurate and on time. This role is a great fit for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable owning a recurring set of deadlines, and motivated by knowing their work supports a mission-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor Management

  • Maintain accurate vendor records and required compliance documentation (such as W-9s and insurance certificates), and oversee 1099 reporting, related tax filings, and exemptions

Fuel & Credit Card Administration

  • Administer the organization's fleet fuel program and credit card system, including related reporting, refunds, and staff support

Accounts Payable 

  • Oversee processing of vendor invoices and payments accurately and on schedule, and implement AP process improvements
  • Reconcile and record month-end accruals and vendor-related entries

Fixed Assets

  • Maintain fixed asset and capital project records, record depreciation entries, and reconcile fixed asset accounts as part of month-end close

Other

  • Other duties as assigned to support department and organizational needs
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
  • 1 to 3 years of relevant accounting experience 
  • Proficiency with Excel 
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines at the same time 
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
  • 1 to 3 years of relevant accounting experience
  • Proficiency with Excel
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
20,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1851

What We Do

The YMCA is a worldwide youth organization focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, aiming to put Christian values into practice by developing a healthy body, mind, and spirit.

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