General Accountant

LEARN, Southeastern Connecticut’s Regional Educational Service Center, invites candidates to apply for a full-time General Accountant opening.

General Scope of Responsibilities
The General Accountant will perform a variety of accounting / business functions for LEARN and LEARN member districts.

Relationship within the Organization
The General Accountant reports to and is evaluated by the Chief Financial Officer and/or the Assistant Director.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions.
  • Manage open purchase orders and invoices to ensure timely payment and liquidations.
  • Maintain current vendor information on all active vendors.
  • Prepare and distribute 1099s.
• Process bi-weekly payroll and related activities.
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and research open items. Ensure all accounts are reconciled on a monthly basis.
• Assist in the development and implementation of procedures and controls in accounting and business office functions.
• Perform other duties as appropriately assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.

Experience

• Prior accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of municipal accounting principles and methods.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Competencies

• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple levels of the organization.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of MUNIS, QuickBooks, and Infinite Visions software preferred.

Qualified applicants should apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/learn/onlineapp/ (application can be found under the Other Professional category). LEARN Regional Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer.