Staff Accountant
Office of Chapter 13 Trustee - Marilyn O Marshall - Chicago, IL
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This job was posted by : For more information, please see: / Staff Accoutant Summary The Staff Accountant has primary responsibility for the financial management of trust funds and administration of the office expense budget. Oversee all receipts and disbursement issues. Establish financial verification systems to ensure that disbursements comply with plans. Perform human resource functions. Support business and managerial efforts through leadership, communication, staff support and relationships with our customers. Qualifications Candidates must have the following skills to qualify for this position: Possession of comprehensive knowledge and understanding of complicated subjects such as finance and accounting; ability to use higher level mathematics, statistics, and computer science; ability to solve nonroutine, complex problems. Well organized and has excellent written and oral communication skills. Learns quickly and works independently. Has a professional demeanor. Possesses management and leadership skills and enjoys daily contact with office staff and customers. Must also have excellent customer service skills. Must be able to travel. Ability to process a high volume of accurate, detailed and quality work product; and ability to work under stress. Education requirements Bachelors degree required. Some graduate school courses and/or Certified Public Accountant preferred. At least ten years accounting experience can be substituted for a college degree. Classification The Staff Accountant is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, including overtime. Organization The Staff Accountant is a member of the finance team and operates with minimal supervision in most job responsibilities. The Trustee provides coaching and feedback. Continued on next page 10/1/13 Staff Accountant Staff Accountant/Human Resources AdministratorDan Lyons Continued Compensation This position is in a wage class 15 and receives compensation within the salary range established for this range. Compensation is adjusted subject to the guidelines of the performance appraisal system. Cumulative responsibilities Employees may be asked to perform any financial or administrative responsibility as dictated by office needs. Appraisal The Staff Accountant meets with the Trustee regularly to determine levels of proficiency in assigned tasks and additional training or guidance needed to perform their job responsibilities. Training Training is provided in partnership with our employees to help them develop the knowledge and skills required to progress to higher job levels. We encourage appropriate training in a supportive, cooperative learning environment. In this map Topic See Page Essential Functions 3 Other Responsibilities 12 10/01/13 Staff Accountant 2 Essential Functions Overview The essential functions of the Staff Accountant include but are not limited to the following responsibilities: Annual report Annual report responsibilities: ? on a monthly basis prepares and reviews the following annual report components for the Standing Trustee and the U.S. Trustees review: ? case administration financial data; ? fee analysis data; ? trust account fund transfers; ? interest earned on fiduciary accounts; ? active and inactive cases; ? review and reconciliation of bank trust accounts; and ? bond analysis data. Internal audit processes and controls Internal audit processes and control responsibilities: ? manages relationship with auditors appointed by the U.S. Trustee; ? prepares a monthly year-to-date report; ? coordinates activities relating to the annual audit; ? reviews management letter submitted by audit firm and prepares a response under Trustee direction; ? ensures internal procedures comply with audit requirements; ? examines financial processes and determines if proper audit and fiscal controls exist; ? communicates recommendations to trustee; and ? determines controls for work flow and ensures they are functioning correctly. Continued on next page 10/01/13 Staff Accountant 3 Essential Functions, Continued Fiscal year budget Fiscal year budget responsibilities: ? prepares fiscal year budget; ? oversees preparation of fiscal year budget submitted to the U.S. Trustee for approval; ? involves management team in the budgetary process; ? ensures accuracy of financial data;r
Created: 2024-09-23