Job description

Accountant

Our client, The M.S. Hershey Foundation, has a great career opportunity for an Accountant in Hershey, PA! The ideal candidate for this full-time role will be highly motivated, detail oriented, and will have experience in a full-function accounting role.

The accountant is the primary accountant responsible for all aspects of the daily accounting function and financial reporting. This includes the reconciliation of daily and weekly admissions and retail reports for The Hershey Story and Hershey Gardens. Based on daily and weekly reporting, period and year-to-date admissions summaries are compiled and bank transactions are recorded. This position will also record transactions for accounts receivable, verify and input all AP transactions and prepare checks for payment. Additional financial and operational reporting and reconciliations as necessary.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

· 35%: Responsible for daily admissions and retail reports including reconciliation of daily activity for The Hershey Story and Hershey Gardens. Prepare daily, monthly and year to date summaries for each location. Reconcile and record weekly ACH activity reporting.

· 35%: Manage the accounts payable process from the processing of invoices to the payment. This includes reviewing invoices for approval and proper coding, printing and processing of checks and maintaining vendor files and records.

· 10%: Verify and record all direct banking transactions.

· 10%: Prepare financial reports including analytical analysis for budgeting, retail and planning purposes.

· 10%: Assist the Associate Executive Director in design of efficient accounting/reporting functions and monitoring and developing internal controls for the accounting functions. Provide support for all finance and administrative functions.

Required Skills:

· Computer proficiency including experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP

· Good understanding of financial concepts

· Good communication skills

· Highly detail oriented

· Analytical ability essential

· Microsoft Excel knowledge required

Required Education & Experience:

· Degree in Accounting; CPA or equivalent experience preferred

· 4 - 6 years in a full function accounting role

· This position requires criminal history background checks in addition to child abuse background checks as a condition of employment

The M.S. Hershey Foundation offers a competitive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, 401k matching, and paid time off. EEO

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hershey, PA 17033: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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