AASLD, an association for scientists and healthcare providers in the field of liver disease, is seeking a Junior Accountant.  This position is responsible for the general integrity of AASLD and AASLD Foundation accounts payable data including the accurate recording of vendor payments into the accounting system. The Junior Accountant reconciles all other accounting schedules related to accounts payable for month-end and year-end schedules.  The position supports the advancement of AASLD's growth and mission investment via the optimization of its financial assets. This position reports to the Senior Staff Accountant.

General Description:

Responsible for the general integrity of AASLD and AASLD Foundation accounts payable data including the accurate recording of vendor payments into the accounting system. The Junior Accountant is responsible for maintaining assigned general ledger accounting schedules for month-end, quarterly, and year-end.  The position supports the advancement of AASLD's growth and mission investment via the optimization of its financial assets. This position reports to the Senior Staff Accountant.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Perform AASLD and AASLD Foundation full cycle accounts payable activity in the account payable system with accuracy including reviewing invoices and expense reports for appropriate documentation and management authorization.
• Create AASLD and AASLD Foundation new vendor records.
• Review and process expenses in Nexonia expense reimbursement software.
• Maintain AASLD and AASLD Foundation accounts payable and vendors files.
• Verify the integrity of general ledger account codes for AASLD and AASLD Foundation accounts payable vouchers.
• Review and maintain executed contracts for AASLD and AASLD Foundation
• Participate in weekly payment review discussions with the Assistant Controller and Senior Staff Accountant
• Responsible for accurately maintaining and filing completed vendor W-9 forms.
• Research and resolve vendor payment inquiries as requested.
• Prepare, reconcile, and process Form 1099/1096 annual filing.
• Train staff (as needed) to properly use account payable software (Bill.com & Nexonia)
• Prepare and support by assisting with monthly credit card documentation for the CEO and VP of Finance
• Prepare AASLD & AASLD Foundation journal entries for assigned general ledger accounts
• Assist in the preparation of AASLD and AASLD Foundation year-end audit and income tax returns
• Maintain and update AASLD & AASLD Foundation travel expense reports as necessary.
• Reconcile assigned general ledger schedules monthly

 General Administration:

Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum associate degree in accounting preferred
• The job requires 1-3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Requires knowledge of general accounting policies, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”)
• Experience with Sage Intacct, Bill.com Nexonia or another automated accounting system a plus
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet required deadlines.
• Strong organizational with a high attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
• Energetic, self-motivated, highly organized team player with excellent customer service skills
• Strong computer skills required; proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

About AASLD

AASLD is the leading organization of scientists and healthcare professionals committed to preventing and curing liver disease.

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