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Accounting Specialist II

Athens Administrators

Concord, CA 94520

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Job Description

Job Title: Accounting Specialist II

Department: Accounting Concord, CA

Reports To: Accounting Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Class: 8

ATHENS COMPANY DETAILS

Since our founding in 1976, Athens Administrators has been a recognized leader in third party claims administration services. But more important than what we do is how we do it. We provide service that translates into real and lasting benefitsevery single day. With offices in California, Texas, New Jersey, and Florida; Athens Administrators offers Workers Compensation, Property & Casualty, Managed Care and Program Business solutions. Athens is proud to be a family-owned company and is dedicated to its core values of honesty and integrity, a commitment to service and results, and a caring family culture.

JOB SUMMARY

Athens Administrators has an immediate need for a full-time Accounting Specialist II to support our Concord office located on Stanwell Drive, however, we are willing to consider candidates who would work remotely from other locations in California. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday at 37.5 hours a week. The Accounting Specialist II will perform accounting functions of moderate complexity, including routine and non-routine accounting tasks. The Accounting Specialist II will also monitor, secure funding for, and reconcile client imprest accounts. A majority of this position will include client account reconciliation and related tasks. They will also assist with other duties as required.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Incumbent must have the skills, ability and judgment to perform the following essential job duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation:

Perform the following for Athens Administrators:

Enter vendor vouchers for payment

Prepare checks for all accounts payable accounts and secure signatures from authorized signers

Answer all vendor inquiries

File and review banking expense reports to ensure compliance with the Companys expense reimbursement policy

Resolve any accounts payable related errors and discrepancies

Maintain all accounts payable files and records

Maintain tax payer identification information for all vendors

Compile information for preparation of 1099s at year end

Oversee preparation of daily deposits

Post cash receipts to appropriate client accounts and invoices, follow up on NSF checks

Maintain all cash receipts and accounts receivable files and records, including clearing offsetting open invoices

Oversee preparation of daily deposits

Post cash receipts to appropriate client accounts and invoices, follow up on NSF checks

Maintain all cash receipts and accounts receivable files and records, including clearing offsetting open invoices

Perform the following cash management functions for client accounts:

Monitor cash balances of imprest accounts and reconcile client bank accounts

Request funds from clients to replenish imprest accounts as needed

Provide check registers, claims reports and financial reconciliation ledgers to various clients

Research stale dated checks and escheat stale dated checks to State Controllers Office if required

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

High School diploma. Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university preferred

Minimum 2 + years of relevant experience in A/P, A/R and bank reconciliation

Bookkeeping experience preferred

One year work experience in corporate environment preferred

Strong attention to detail and the ability to research and resolve problems

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Ability to work independently and in a group setting

Ability to operate standard office equipment (fax, phone, printer, scanner, etc.)

Ability to work in a paperless environment

Ability to type quickly, accurately and for prolonged periods

Must demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in work product

Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time

Infrequent lifting of up to 20lbs may be required

Computer literate and experience navigating various computer systems, including MS Word, Excel and Outlook and database management.

Seeks to include innovative strategies and methods in order to provide a high level of commitment to service & results

Ability to learn additional computer programs

Must demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in work product.

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), ability to follow directions, work under difficult time restraints, prioritize work, and exercise teamwork attitude.

Must be able to perform tasks requiring repetitive motion and possess the manual dexterity to perform the requirements of the job.

Well-developed interpersonal skills in order to work well with customer base.

Reasoning ability, including problem solving and analytical skills.

Establish priorities and meet deadlines on claim set-ups and payments.

Maintain confidentiality of information.

Must be able to perform tasks requiring repetitive motion and possess the manual dexterity to perform the requirements of the job.

Other duties as assigned.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

In order to be considered, please submit your resume, cover letter, and application directly through our website at http://www.athensadmin.com/careers/job-openings/. All applications received are reviewed by our in-house Corporate Recruiter.

This description portrays in general terms the type and levels of work performed and is not intended to be all-inclusive or represent specific duties of any one incumbent. The knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training.

Athens Administrators is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.

In Closing

We look forward to reviewing your information. Dont forget to check out our website at www.athensadmin.com as well as our LinkedIn and Facebook pages!

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