Senior Accounting Specialist

Job Details: Job Location: Tentac Enterprises

• Bloomington, IL, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $29.00 - $35.00Hourly, Behind Every Great Business Is Someone Who Makes the Numbers Work! This position is responsible for assisting the VP of Finance in the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a multiple-company environment. Apply today!

Benefits

Employer Paid Life Insurance Employer Paid Long Term Disability Employer Paid Short Term Disability Paid Time Off Medical Dental Vision Paid Holidays 401K with employer match Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Voluntary Accident Coverage Voluntary Critical Illness Coverage Voluntary Life Insurance Qualifications: General Summary: This position is responsible for assisting the VP of Finance in the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department.

This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a multiple-company environment Essential Functions: Revenue: Prepares customer/tenant invoices per terms of leases, contracts or information provided by property managers, including common area maintenance charges as appropriate Receives and applies payments from customers/tenants made by check or through merchant services payment portals Processes pre-approved customer/tenant monthly payments via credit card and is responsible for safekeeping of customer/tenant information Communicates with customers/tenants/others via phone, email, mail to address billing inquiries and provide excellent customer service Performs account reconciliations and analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness of the Accounts Receivable balances Cash Flow Management: Records deposits information for all entities in accounting software daily, including merchant services, ACH and miscellaneous deposits Make deposits via remote deposit scanner or bank runs as needed Track and monitor all ACH debits and automatic payments in all bank accounts, verify transactions are properly recorded in the accounting records Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to ensure that the organization has the resources needed for operations and growth Work with the Vice President of Finance to optimize cash management processes and maintain adequate liquidity Financial Reporting: Assists in compilation of monthly financial statements Prepares monthly journal entries Prepares monthly bank reconciliations Performs general ledger account reconciliations Provides timely response to requests from property managers and other team members for additional information or clarification regarding transactions Team Leadership & Process Improvement: Serves as a resource and mentor to other accounting team members Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies Help implement process improvements and automation initiatives when appropriate Specific Job Knowledge, Skills and Ability: Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel). Good understanding of accounting principles and practices. Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Qualification Standards Communication: Strong communication skills, both written and oral, are required.

An ability to deal effectively with vastly diverse groups of people and guests is essential Education: Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field preferred. Computer Skills: Operate and utilize company equipment including: company cell phone, company computer to access e-mail and research prospects and clients, electronic calendars, and other basic office support software Experience: Previous experience in accounting preferred Appearance: All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance including hair color.

Physical Requirements Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard Ability to see within normal parameters Ability to hear within normal range Ability to move about This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis.

It does not exclude other duties as assigned. It is the policy of Tentac Enterprises to comply with all federal and state laws concerning the employment of individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Tentac Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.