Montgomery Child Care Association Inc Accounts Payable Associate Job Vacancy in USA

Description

Montgomery Child Care Association (MCCA) is currently looking for an Accounts Payable Associate at our administrative office in Rockville, MD. The Accounts Payable Associate is a member the Finance team and is responsible for processing all payables of MCCA. This staff member organizes and executes the operations and activities of a centralized accounts payables function.

OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Code invoices, receipts, etc. and assign charges to proper periods based on the accrual method of accounting ensuring that each invoice has appropriate documentation
• Issue, code, reimburse, and reclaim petty cash funds when staff terminate
• Maintain vendor database in the accounting system ensuring that information is kept accurate and up-to-date
• Set up vouchers in the accounting system, post charges to appropriate account codes and periods based on the coding of invoices, receipts, etc.
• Issue Association checks ensuring timely payment of all payables based on due dates listed on invoices
• Maintain files containing check copies with associated documentation of all payments issued
• Troubleshoot payables such as discrepancies between invoices and packing slips, etc.
• Generate reports needed by other administrative office staff for completion of their duties
• Manage a select number of bulk-ordering accounts
• Complete accounts payable including inputting accrued expenses for monthly financial statements
• Participate as a team member of Finance team

• Attend department and Association meetings as required.

• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS (Education and Experience):

• A minimum of an Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field; or equivalent work experience is required.
• A Bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience in accounts payable.

COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

• Knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word software
• Demonstrated ability to take on progressively more complex responsibilities in previous position
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer service skills including written and oral communications
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Highly dependable and responsible
• Self-motivated and resourceful
• Ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude, team oriented and willingness to assist where/when needed
• Professional presentation

ABOUT MCCA:

Montgomery Child Care Association (MCCA) strives to provide the highest quality child care and play-based education for children in Montgomery County, Maryland; professional training for child care providers; and advocacy for affordable, quality child care for families of all income levels, and for better training, pay and benefits for child care professionals.

• MCCA is the oldest non-profit child care provider in Montgomery County, Maryland.
• MCCA cares for over 1,000 children, infants through school-agers, at 14 locations countywide, and employs approximately 200 professional staff.
• MCCA's nationally recognized Training Institute educates child care providers throughout the DC metro area.
• MCCA is a local leader in child care advocacy, working for quality child care for all families, and better work standards for child care professionals.
• MCCA is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) charity, and a United Way (#8447) and Combined Federal Campaign (#13880) agency.
• MCCA is an AA/EEO employer M/F/D/V.

WHAT MCCA HAS TO OFFER:

At MCCA, we provide high quality early care and education for children and families of all cultural backgrounds and we value a diverse workforce. We encourage and support professional development and promote from within whenever possible. Our competitive salary and benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off (annual, sick and holiday pay)
• Retirement plan
• Training opportunities and educational scholarships
• Child care discount
• And more…

How to apply

For more information, visit our website at www.mccaedu.org. To apply, fax (301-984-7686) or email your resume with a letter of interest/cover letter to resumes@mccaedu.org.

Application deadline: March 1, 2013