Financial Assistant (Corporate) jobs in Kingsport, TN

The First Tennessee Development District is accepting applications for the position of TYEP Financial Assistant. Major responsibilities include procuring supportive service vendors, maintain Workers Compensation certificates of insurance and W9s for vendors, process bi-weekly checks for vendors and participants, monitor invoices for adherence to purchase orders including amounts, payment terms, and vendor addresses, and write the general ledger coding for fund and account on the invoice. Applicant must have knowledge of accounting principles and theory, auditing procedures, budgeting and purchasing procedures, business language, mathematics, and application of bookkeeping principles to financial transactions. A sound knowledge of internal controls and the ability to manage the flow of a considerable volume of detailed work is required. The position holder must be able to establish an effective working relationship with the public, contractors, grantor agencies, community agencies and colleagues. A proficiency in usage of 10 key calculators, office copier, fax machine, personal computers and related software is expected. The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing is mandatory. Accounting experience and/or education desired. Ability to work closely with others, knowledge of organization and structure of local, state, and federal government is highly desirable. Bi-weekly salary is $1,649.04. First Tennessee Development District offers paid benefits including major medical, dental, vision and retirement. Paid leave time is also provided. A job application is available below or at First Tennessee Development District, 3211 North Roan Street, Johnson City, TN. Please submit a resumé with completed application.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,875.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person