PART TIME Accountant

$66,560 - $74,880/Yr

Lake View Cemetery Association - Bridgeport, CT

Part-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Bridgeport, CT

Personal and Laundry Services

About the position

Lakeview Cemetery Association is seeking a Part-time Staff Accountant to manage financial records and support human resources functions. This role requires approximately 18-20 hours of work per week and involves preparing financial reports, maintaining the general ledger, and assisting with budget processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and organizational skills, and will work closely with the Executive Director.

Responsibilities

• Perform general accounting duties for the organization.
• Prepare monthly balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Maintain the general ledger and accounts payable.
• Assist with creating the annual budget process.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly and cash applications.
• Reconcile cash, accounts payable, and fixed assets.
• Verify and complete payment of invoices associated with accounts payable.
• Support outside auditors by gathering necessary information for the annual audit.
• Coordinate with software vendor to maintain accounting software systems.
• Assist with the creation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Maintain fixed assets and capital expenses.
• Create PowerPoint presentations for board meetings and other organizational needs.
• Organize and maintain human resources and personnel files using ADP.
• Assist with benefit management, including retirement plans.
• Create policies related to accounting, HR, employee handbooks, and spending.
• Maintain knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
• Complete special accounting projects using Excel and QuickBooks.
• Provide general support to the office as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional accounting experience.
• High level knowledge of QuickBooks, particularly in GL, AP, Banking, and Reporting modules.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS365.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and self-motivated to learn new technology.
• Understanding of GAAP and ability to adhere to it.
• Proficient in human resources functions.

Nice-to-haves

• ADP payroll experience (desired, not required).
• Base knowledge of human resources.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $32 - $36.
• Flexible part-time schedule of 2-3 days per week.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment.