California Children’s Academy is looking for an enthusiastic person who is a team player and eager to learn and advance in accounting knowledge and skills under the supervision of CPA. California Children’s Academy is a State funded Nonprofit Organization providing high quality early learning and care to children from low-income working families in Los Angeles County.
Duties/Responsibilities:
· Prepare and record accurate and timely month-end journal entries
· Perform all accounts payable functions including reviewing all invoices, coding, timely processing of payments, maintaining vendor files, and communicate with vendors
· Manage and record corporate credit card expenses
· Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations
· Analyze income statement accounts
· Assist in month-end closing procedures
· Support the annual financial statement and other audits
· Responsible for Asset Inventory Management and record keeping
· Responsible for internal procurement, policies and processes and track compliance
. Purchasing
o Coordinates annual purchase planning with various departments
o Seeks and partners with reliable vendors and suppliers
o Oversees the proposal, bidding, negotiation process for goods and services
· Assist with special or ad hoc projects as needed
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Basic knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAPP)
- Strong ability using Microsoft Excel
- Experience with Sage accounting software (plus)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Quick learner and problem solver
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to multi-task
- Knowledge of payroll process and record keeping
- Procurement Experience (plus)
- Bilingual (Spanish/English a plus)
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (Required)
- 5+ years relevant experience in accounting including month-end close.
- Procurement and Inventory experience a plus.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $62,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor’s (Required)
Experience:
- Accounting: 5 years (Required)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
Work Remotely:
- No