Description
For more than 60 years, the Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA has served the community of Greater Arlington, Mansfield, and Kennedale communities. We believe a healthy community is a strong one. Through our innovative programs, we address health disparities, support mental wellness, and removed financial barriers improving spirit, mind, and body.
We are currently looking for a Staff Accountant who will be responsible for a variety of accounting and financial administration functions that support the Association's daily operations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Compile and reconcile daily deposits from all branches and the administrative office against accounting reports.
- Record daily journal entries for all deposits.
- Partner with Frost Bank to resolve payment exceptions and banking discrepancies.
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and timely.
- Oversee the accounts payable process for multiple branch locations, including invoice verification, coding, approval tracking, and payment processing.
- Prepare and process weekly check runs.
- Monitor credit accounts and reconcile transactions with approved check requests.
- Prepare monthly scholarship reports.
- Reconcile and process monthly ACH billing for new accounts as they are established.
- Monitor, investigate, and resolve disputed membership billing transactions through Merchant Services.
- Assist with month-end closing activities, including preparation of journal entries.
- Support the annual financial audit and IRS Form 990 preparation.
- Maintain and provide quarterly updates to the Association's internal control documentation.
- Reconcile the monthly Frost bank statement.
- Reconcile prepaid expense and accrued liability accounts monthly.
- Prepare documentation and reporting for annual 1099 filings.
- Administer the contract labor process.
- Foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture by providing responsive accounting support to branches and administrative departments.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
This position offers the opportunity to work remotely up to two days per week after an initial onboarding period.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and standard accounting practices.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and accounting software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling financial information.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Commitment to providing outstanding customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
OUR CULTURE:
At the Y, our mission and core values shape our culture. We strive to strengthen communities with purpose and intentionality. Our inclusive environment fosters belonging, where each individual can grow. We value authenticity, embrace individuality, and believe in the potential of each person to be a catalyst for positive change. By nurturing and supporting personal growth, we pursue our relentless goal of making our community stronger, starting with you.
BENEFITS:
- 100% employee medical, vision, and dental insurance paid for by the YMCA.
- Generous paid time off and holidays.
- 12% retirement funded by the YMCA/
- Capacity to work remotely during the work week.
- Free YMCA family membership.
- Free YMCA programs, including afterschool care and summer day camp.
- Life Insurance.
- Short & Long Term Disability.
- Free Costco family membership.
- Free subscription to Right Now Media to enhance your professional growth.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- YPN Prime membership paid for by the YMCA.
- World Service/Diversity & Inclusion opportunities.
- Educational reimbursement opportunities.
- Training and YUSA certification opportunities.
- Opportunity for Remote work
Skills Required
- Minimum of three (3) years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and standard accounting practices
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and accounting software
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling financial information
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Commitment to providing outstanding customer service to internal and external stakeholders
What We Do
The Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the community through programs focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. It provides various services including fitness facilities, child watch, sports leagues, and educational programs to support individuals and families in the Arlington and Mansfield areas.
