Treasury Accountant I

SUMMARY

Responsible for performing various cash, disbursement, and cash accounting activities within the Corporate Treasury Function. Focuses on the general ledger duties of the Treasury department and is responsible for the entry of daily electronic payments, cash related journal entries, bank reconciliations, and audit inquiries. Prepares cash forecasting and liquidity projections, assists in developing cash trend reports and summaries, and assists in preparation of monthly key cash performance-indicator metrics reports. Performs all duties in accordance with all company policies and procedures, and all federal, state and local laws, wherein the Company operates.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enters and records daily wire and ACH electronic payments. Investigates and resolves any issues in a timely manner.
• Tracks and reviews disbursement activities and ensures reconciliation to system records and bank activities.
• Monitors cash levels and advises management of cash balance and funding needs.
• Works with internal and external partners on process improvements.
• Records journal entries for cash transactions.
• Acts as a liaison with other work groups to ensure accurate accounting of cash.
• Works directly with banks on setup, closing, and modifying accounts.
• Administers and audits online banking users and signatories. Assists online banking users with setup and entitlements.
• Audits and forecasts bank fees and interest income.
• Assists with the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements and month-end closing.
• Analyzes cash balances and investment funds on a daily basis.
• Researches, resolves, and enters check inquiries and stop payments.
• Assists in audit preparation.
• Prepares Bank Reconciliations and researches and resolve any discrepancies.
• Acts as backup to other Treasury functions and performs various project-related tasks and other duties as needed.
• Complies with agency management system data standards and data integrity (enter and maintain complete and accurate information).
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• One (1) or more years related work experience

SKILLS

• Knowledge of accounting concepts and principles
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Good problem solving and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good planning, organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to work within a team and to foster teamwork