Accounting Specialist United Migrant Opportunity Services Milwaukee, WI 53207 Earn up to $3,000 in incentive pay during your first year of employment! Are you a motivated, results-oriented candidate seeking to put your talents, skills, and experience to work as part of a mission-driven, customer-focused organization? If so, we invite you to join UMOS' diverse and dedicated team of over 1,000 professionals making a positive difference across more than 60 offices in seven states. Whether you are passionate about facilitating early childhood development; providing training and career planning for a parent; aiding a farmworker in accessing basic needs and new opportunities; educating at-risk individuals in HIV prevention; or supporting those fleeing domestic violence or human trafficking, UMOS is the place where you can fulfill your passion for helping families, businesses, and communities build better futures.

Benefits:

To support its team members, UMOS offers highly competitive compensation as well as a benefits package including: Paid time off that will increase over your years of service 15 paid holidays annually A robust range of insurance covering health, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, and accidental death & dismemberment The options to establish either a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account, which can be used to cover deductibles, prescriptions, and other healthcare expenses A variety of support services to promote well-being through the employee assistance program Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth IRA, allowing you to make pre-tax or after-tax contributions. For those participating in the 401(k) Retirement Plan, UMOS annually contributes at least 3% of employees' eligible compensation. Accounting Specialist | $20.26 to $25.33 Per Hour | Depending on

Experience Accounting Specialist Job Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable Daily invoice processing to include data entry, document matching and check distribution. Administer the company's travel report processing and document verification according to company policy, including per diems and travel advances. Communicate with UMOS staff regarding travel reporting, including but not limited to providing stellar customer service both internally and externally, guiding employees through issues and providing status updates. Reconcile vendor statements monthly Full-cycle check processing Research and troubleshoot invoice issues Accounting Operations Perform monthly GL reconciliations and resolutions. Post GL journal entries related to GL reconciliations and in support of PR/AP Manager. Provide reconciliation support for company credit card statements. Coordinate annual employee vehicle insurance card requests and maintain electronic files. Coordinate annual employee signature authorization forms and maintain electronic file. Assist with assigned bank deposit and other bank verification processing. Assist department with gathering documents and financial schedule required for grantor monitoring and UMOS' annual audit. Assist with duties needed in monthly financial close. Maintain UMOS' financial records, storage and filing in accordance with its record retention policies and procedures. Perform additional accounting or administrative tasks as may be required, often on short notice by the accounting staff, Deputy CFO or CFO. Process supply orders for the department. Attend meetings, conferences and workshops as assigned. As needed, other duties as assigned as appropriate to and correlated with position and responsibilities. Assist with other department projects and audit requests

Accounting Specialist Job Qualifications:

Minimum of a High School Diploma (or equivalent) PLUS two years of post-secondary education, in a relevant field.

Note:

Additional years of work experience in a relevant field can be substituted for education. Working knowledge of accounting software. Sage Intacct preferred but not required. Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. This includes having above average capabilities within Microsoft Excel using VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Formulas, etc. Strong organizational, time management, prioritization skills with a professional work ethic. Detailed oriented and accurate with an ability to multi-task. Must have the ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information. Team player, sound judgment and willingness to take on additional duties.

Physical Demands:

Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and bend. Occasionally required to lift and /or move up to 20 lbs. Frequently exposed to moderate temperature generally encountered in a controlled temperature environment. Noise level in this work is usually semi-moderate.

Tools & Equipment Used:

iPad, iPhone, laptop computers, projectors, copy/scanner machine, computer. Be able to scan documents and encrypt documents as necessary Use first aid equipment, fire extinguisher. Usage varies by position.

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal background check prior to employment start date. UMOS is an equal opportunity Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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. Education Required Associates or better in Accounting or related field Skills Required Data Entry Computer Software Skills Accounting Skills Preferred Communication Administrative Skills Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)