Northern Kentucky Area Development District

About the Job

• Position Title: Staff Accountant (FT).
• Division: F&A/ FMA.
• Work Location: Florence.
• Exempt Status: Exempt.
• Supervisor: Finance Director.
• Salary: $45,000 - $55,000 Annually.

• This is a moderately specialized accounting position.
• This position primarily involves the accounting and administrative functions related to in-house programs which include assistance in processing payroll for the agency and providing on-going assistance to the Finance Director.
• The position is performed under moderate supervision.

• Assists with payroll processing for the Aging & Disability Services Waiver program while maintaining all payroll reports, spreadsheets, and files.
• Assists with payroll processing for the NKADD while maintaining all payroll reports, spreadsheets, and files.
• Ensures all related payroll taxes and required payroll items are remitted correctly.
• Prepares monthly bank reconciliations.
• Completes and reconciles agency program billings on a monthly basis; works with vendors and internal divisions to ensure invoices are in compliance with billing processes and program guidelines.
• Processes & assists with Medicaid billing.
• Researches and solves payment discrepancies.
• Makes adjustments to accounts as needed.
• Assists with W-2s annual filings. 
• Assists in processing 1099 annual filings. 
• Prepares detailed program reports, as needed.
• Reviews all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
• Assists in the preparation of the annual audit.
• Prepares analysis of programs, periodically.
• Provides back-up services to various accounting functions as needed.
• Performs filing and other administrative functions as needed.
• Enters program data for the Aging & Disability Services Division.
• Attends and participates in meetings.

• Assists in other projects within the FMA & Finance & Administration Divisions.
• Participates and assists in agency related functions as needed or required.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative professional relationships with internal customers and external as needed.
• Knowledge of the concepts, theories, principles, and practices of financial management.
• Mathematical skills and abilities.
• Skill in the interpretation of local, state, and federal directives, guidelines, and laws.
• Knowledge of professional accounting, accounts receivable and payable and general payroll and timesheet principles and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of modern bookkeeping practices, procedures, equipment, and clerical techniques.
• Ability to maintain moderately complex financial and clerical records and to prepare reports in a neat, concise, and accurate manner.
• Ability and skill to operate electronic data processing equipment and computer systems.
• Ability to accurately enter data into computer systems and use spreadsheets.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions quickly and accurately.
• Ability to appear for work in a timely way and complete assigned tasks within a reasonable period of time.
• Good knowledge of safe work practices and ability to apply them in workday situations.

• This position may require some travel for meetings and other needs of the agency.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

• Work is typically performed typical indoors in an office setting.
• It requires intermittent sitting, standing, or stooping (to file).
• Work requires consistent use of a computer, software programs, and phone system as well as other office equipment requiring auditory and visual skills and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
• Occasional travel required.

• To be knowledgeable and follow all policies and procedures set by NKADD. Support the overall work and functions of NKADD.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers /clients, outside agencies, and the community. Show dedication to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.
• Show commitment to our community, and accountability and ownership of work.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Maintain a level of confidentiality of NKADD employees and clients.

• Medical Insurance - 100% coverage for a single Individual.
• 10+ days of Vacation leave per year.
• 10+ days of Sick leave per year.
• Flexible or Alternate schedule is available, upon approval.
• Dental Insurance.
• CERS Retirement.
• Life Insurance ($25,000 policy).
• Vision Insurance Reimbursement ($150 per year).
• Optional - Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Optional - KY Deferred Compensation Contribution.
• Optional - Additional Life Insurance.