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Accounting Coordinator I

Evergreen Life Services

Accounting Coordinator I

Haughton, LA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Evergreen Life Services

    Job Description

    Our mission is to serve, provide for, and champion individuals with disabilities. Evergreen Life Services (ELS) is a charitable, non-profit organization that provides a full range of professional services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Founded in the 1950s, today we are proud to serve more than 1,100 individuals with disabilities in 8 states.

    Working at Evergreen Life Services isn’t just a job; it’s a rewarding career. Whether you provide direct care in our adult day care or in a group home, or you serve in a support or corporate office role, you will be an important part of the Evergreen team.

    If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, at Evergreen Life Services you will change lives. Every employee is a valuable part of the team because, at Evergreen, everyone matters.

    Evergreen is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected status

    Position Description: Accounting Coordinator I

    FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

    Reports To: Controller

    Created: March 9, 2014

    Updated: June 14, 2021

    Job Summary

    Perform accounting and clerical functions to support department.

    Essential Job Functions

    Prepare and process invoices to be paid

    Prepare and input timely payments for mortgages, vehicle notes, and leases

    Process vendor statements

    Weekly preparation and processing of accounts payable checks.

    Reconcile vendor statements to payments made and process accordingly

    Void checks & re-enter invoices for payment

    Maintain vendor files

    Assist in preparations for financial auditors

    Assist in preparation for cost reports and related audits

    Maintain vendor files for IRS reporting of 1099’s

    Punctual and regular attendance.

    Perform any other duties assigned by Controller

    Qualifications/Experience/Job Knowledge

    High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred

    Read, write and follow verbal and written instructions

    Basic accounting knowledge

    More than one year of experience in accounting field

    Working knowledge of 10-key adding machine

    Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office Suite of products. The ability to learn additional systems as required.

    Physical Requirements

    Constantly moves about to coordinate work

    Regularly works in fast pace environment with multiple task deadlines

    Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds

    Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions

    Constantly alert and observant during working hours

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or a medical condition to perform the essential functions.

    Special Requirements

    May be required to attend seminar or job-related training courses.

    Must have the ability to maintain good working relationships with Evergreen staff and with contacts from other agencies or entities.

    Must be able to prioritize work tasks.

    Employment Variables

    Must have a good driving record which meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation. Must pass drug screen and criminal background check. Must be able to work some evenings when required.

    Working Environment

    General office environment.

    Supervisory Responsibilities

    This position will not have direct reports.