Associate Accountant

**OUC - The** **_Reliable_** **One** **,** is presently seeking an **Associate Accountant** to join the Financial & Support Services division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations. We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented accounting professional with strong analytical abilities and excellent interpersonal skills. The role involves managing various accounting functions, including maintaining accurate records of assigned accounts and conducting fundamental financial analysis. You will be responsible for generating and interpreting financial statements and reports for supervisors, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data. Key duties include monthly account reconciliations, basic journal entries, and diligent recordkeeping. Additionally, you will communicate any discrepancies or issues promptly to your supervisor and collaborate effectively with colleagues to research, discuss, and resolve financial challenges. OUC’s mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable and reliable services and solutions. Click here (https://youtu.be/s\_ZnGjX\_Sas) to learn more about what we do. **The ideal candidate will have:** + Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field of study from an accredited college or university + Minimum one (1) year of experience working in Accounting or related field (preferred) + Working knowledge of MS Excel + Working knowledge of Oracle (preferred) **OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:** + Competitive compensation + Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period. Retirement benefits include a cash balance account with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account + Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time + Educational and Professional assistance programs; Paid Memberships in Professional Associations + Access to workout facilities at each location + Paid Conference and Training Opportunities + Free downtown parking + Hybrid work schedule Click here to view our Benefits Summary. (https://www.ouc.com/docs/human-resources-documents/benefits\_summary.pdf) **Salary Range:** $25.83 to $32.29 per hour commensurate with experience (equivalent to $53,726.40 - $67,163.20 annually) **Location: “** The Greenest Building in Downtown”- Reliable Plaza (https://ouc.com/environment-community/reliable-plaza) , 100 W. Anderson St., Orlando, FL 32801 Please see below a complete Job description for this position. **Job Purpose:** Responsible for a variety of accounting functions including maintaining records of assigned accounts, and performing basic financial analysis. Generate and interpret financial records and statements for supervisors. Perform recordkeeping pertaining to accounts including reconciliation of accounts on a monthly basis and performing basic journal entries. Communicate any issues with supervisor on a timely basis and work with coworkers to research, discuss, and develop a solution to the issue. **Primary Functions:** + Reconcile general ledger accounts to various subsystems; + Review and analyze system reports and spreadsheets and verify detailed data; + Research account variances to identify reason for variance and properly document explanation; + Prepare journal entries; + Recognize and report financial impact of issues as they occur; + Develop solutions to systemic and non-systemic problems; + Complete self-review of work product; + Develop efficient business processes; + Follow through on assignments and communication status; + Create system reports; + Compose written communication on a timely basis; + Perform other duties as assigned. **Technical Requirements:** + Working knowledge of all, but not limited to, the following: + General Accounting; + Basic understanding of regulatory accounting practices; + Accounting Department Procedures; + Preparing basic reconciliations; + Preparing journal entries; + Preparing spreadsheets; + Software applications related to area; + Related industry, organizational and departmental policies, practices, and procedures; legal guidelines, ordinances, and laws; + Exhibit awillingness to learn, takes ownership and accountability for work product; + Be flexible in changing work environments; + Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing; + Keen attention to detail; + Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals, rates, ratios, and percentages; + Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and standard office equipment (telephone, computer, copier, etc.). **Education/ Certification/ Years of Experience Requirements:** + Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field of study from an accredited college or university + Minimum one (1) year of experience working in Accounting or related field (preferred) **Working Conditions:** This job is absent of disagreeable working conditions. This job is performed in an office work environment. **Physical Requirements:** This job consists of sitting, speaking, hearing, reading, typing, writing, and detailed inspection. This job may consist of repetitive motions, reaching overhead, standing, bending/stooping, walking, and lift up to twenty (20) lbs. _OUC–The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations_ . EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled