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ECU Communications is looking for a Graphic Artist that prepares visual presentations by designing art and copy layouts for print and digital formats.

Responsibilities

  • Concept development and implementation of graphics strategies
  • Creates original designs and implements graphic marketing materials and presentations in print and digital formats, including but not limited to email campaigns, signage, digital banner and social media ads.
  • Manages and maintains images and style guides for clients
  • Develops and enhances presentations for the marketing team
  • Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and materials.
  • Plans concept by studying information and materials.
  • Illustrates concept by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetic concepts.
  • Ad resizing as needed
  • Obtains approval of concept by submitting rough layout for approval.
  • Completes projects by coordinating with outside agencies, art services, printers, etc.
  • Conducts quality assurance to ensure quality products
  • Works within brand guidelines
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite a must
  • Ability to apply creativity to projects while working within brand guidelines. Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines, juggle multiple projects.  Ability to pay attention to detail, excellent organizational skills. Ability to handle rejection as a creative professional.
  • Graphic Designer will also apply experience with the Adobe Creative suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Provide support across the design field, including communications collateral, brand identity, publication design, digital illustration, typography, digital design and development. Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Education: B.S. in graphic design or related field.

Required Skills

  • Team player
  • Operates with flexibility
  • Accepts responsibility, and is proactive
  • Open minded
  • Fosters a positive environment

Job Features

Job CategoryVisual UX Design

ECU Communications is looking for a Graphic Artist that prepares visual presentations by designing art and copy layouts for print and digital formats. Responsibilities Qualifications: Required Skills

Design & Creative

Works closely with the senior team to create and execute compelling, inspiring, and scalable creative solutions for multi-platform campaigns including social media channels, mobile, broadcast, print, partnerships and offline. Manages team of writers, graphic designers and outside vendors.

JOB DUTIES & EXPECTATIONS:

  • Works closely with the senior team to create and execute compelling, inspiring, and scalable creative solutions for multi-platform campaigns including social media channels, mobile, broadcast, print partnerships, and offline. 
  • Mentor and Manages team of Art Directors, writers, and graphic designers. 
  • Vendor management. 
  • Creative direction of products and services in support of client’s mission.
  • Collaborate with editors, artists, printers and outside vendors including photographers, talent photo stock agencies, etc.
  • Conduct creative briefs and pitches for clients
  • Develop original copy, and update/revise existing copy for print, online, TV, radio, direct response and other communication materials.
  • Estimate work schedules/budget, overseeing project progress and ensuring deadlines are met.
  • Meet deadlines while managing and staying within budget. 
  • Manage and lead art department staff and activities. 
  • Provide strong conceptual leadership to the creative team that maintains our standards of excellence while balancing deadlines and profitability.
  • Work closely with other discipline leads such as strategy, media, and technology to foster collaboration across the teams. 
  • Juggle multiple concurrent clients, projects, new business pitches, and other initiatives
  • Participate in business development by pitching new clients and collaborating on sales efforts
  • Maintain an understanding of industry trends and creative tools such as Adobe, etc. 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Five (5) years in a creative leadership role in Marketing/Advertising (including digital) and in management of advertising, marketing, communications, or public relations.
  • Bachelor’s degree in design, journalism, or equivalent with five (5) years of relevant experience or a combination of experience and education that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • A portfolio of creative work that demonstrates excellence in creative marketing across a wide range of media and a diverse set of clients.
  • Ability to provide clear feedback on all facets of creative work to elevate the output and help creative staff improvise their craft while maintaining the project timeline and budget.
  • Competence in team building and mentoring
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills at all levels of both internal and client teams
  • Ability to communicate in a clear, consistent, professional, and transparent manner verbally and orally. 
  • Strong analytics and real-time judgement.
  • UX experience preferred.
  • MUST have experience with content strategy and developing campaigns.

Job Features

Job CategoryVisual UX Design

Works closely with the senior team to create and execute compelling, inspiring, and scalable creative solutions for multi-platform campaigns including social media channels, mobile, broadcast, print, ...

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for planning, developing, implementing and evaluating overall project policies and directing subordinate managers/staff.  Directs and manages the operation of national projects.  Administration/management/monitoring responsibilities include but may not be limited to: establishment of goals, objectives, performance requirements, standards and accountability; administration of program costs, budget, and management and operation of projects. Directs teaming partners, subcontractors, and vendors, and ensures timely and on budget completion of tasks/projects.

  • Responsible for day-to-day management of healthcare practice group and its clients.
  • Serve in a lead role to develop, present and execute integrated brand strategy and brand positioning communications programs.
  • Provide proactive high-level client counsel and creative recommendations on how to meet brand marketing/reputation goals through communications.
  • Direct the development and provide strategic direction for various client and media materials: plans, presentations, reports, communications documents.
  • Build, coordinate, and direct (team) implementation of third party communications programs; ensure best practices and quality of deliverables.
  • Develop and edit high quality written materials, including media correspondence, bylines, and speaking abstracts.
  • Develop relationships and coordinate correspondence with external audiences: third party organizations, healthcare professionals, media, etc.
  • Supervise and train junior account staff; provide quality control, determine workflow and assignments.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships at the senior level and build/recruit strong agency account teams.
  • Lead the healthcare business development efforts for the office.
  • Be ultimately responsible for the profit and loss of significant client budgets and oversee the client budget development, tracking, billing and communications; proven ability to run accounts profitably.

Characteristics of Ideal Candidate

  • At least 8 years in management of advertising, marketing, communications or public relations campaigns/projects
  • Advertising, broadcast, media, publishing experience
  • Goal driven with outstanding record of achievement in current/past positions
  • Superior professionalism, discretion, and judgment
  • Strong work ethic and capacity to thrive in a team environment
  • Creativity, persistence and tenacity
  • Strong analytics and real-time judgment
  • Effective time management and organization skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Spirit of generosity, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude
  • Adaptable and willing to approach tasks with velocity and a high metabolism
  • Team player

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate integrated marketing activities for a wide range of clients.
  • Exceptional organization skills with the ability to complete projects and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to conceive, plan, implement, and monitor long- and short-term projects from conception through completion. Capable of prioritizing work assignments, as well as monitoring multiple projects. Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines.
  • Management/supervisory experience. Experienced and adept at people management, including hiring, developing, coaching and retention.
  • Excellent budget, financial and marketing mathematics skills.
  • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills as well as creative management experience.
  • MSWord, spreadsheet, and database application proficiency.
  • Excellent vendor management and customer service skills.
  • Outstanding presentation, writing and oral communication skills with a focus on details and accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and well with a diverse group of people throughout the organization.
  • Experience in managing government contracts, a plus.

Job Features

Job CategoryClient Services

Job Responsibilities Responsible for planning, developing, implementing and evaluating overall project policies and directing subordinate managers/staff.  Directs and manages the operation of nat...

ECU Communications, an award-winning, full-service advertising agency in downtown Manassas, Virginia has an immediate opening for an HR and Office Administrator.

This position requires an expert ability to remain organized, work independently and be a team player. Embodies professionalism, discretion, confidentiality, and collaboration. Primary responsibility is to provide support and coordination of office activities to support client-related tasks and upper management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Organize and provide support to upper management including arranging schedule and meetings, answering phones, drafting, and typing correspondence, maintaining files and reports
  • Aiding in the recruitment process. Regular maintenance of process trackers for various HR processes like recruitment, performance management
  • Provide first line support for HR and employee queries
  • Administer elements of the new hire process including background checks, offer letters, and new hire paperwork
  • Create, maintain, and organize personnel files

REQUIREMENTS

  • Work experience as an HR & Admin Officer, HR Administrative Assistant, or similar role
  • Excellent organizational and administrative skills
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize workload with minimal supervision
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills and telephone manner
  • Ability to interact professionally at all internal/external levels
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive business and personnel matters
  • Strong service orientation and good judgement

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • 1+ years of administrative, marketing or writing experience in a professional environment
  • Expertise with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • A Bachelor's Degree in English, Business Administration, or Human Resources related field is strongly preferred
  • Ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize and accomplish work
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work proactively and achieve results without close supervision
  • Must be a team player, have positive working attitude, flexible, professional, and dependable

Job Features

Job CategoryHR & Administration

ECU Communications, an award-winning, full-service advertising agency in downtown Manassas, Virginia has an immediate opening for an HR and Office Administrator. This position requires an expert abili...

ECU Communications is actively seeking a qualified Social Media Specialist that has two (2) years of experience collaborating with the SEO and Social Media team monitoring advertising platforms and campaigns.

Social Media Specialist Duties:

  • Social media analysts use their creativity and marketing skills to help generate brand awareness, sales and promote customer service through social media networks.
  • An analyst will study trends in social media, research popular social media platforms, study emerging social media tools, and observe how often those platforms and tools are used.
  • For new businesses, social media analysts will study the audience that the industry is attempting to reach and offers them plans on how social media will work best for them and their business model. Analysts may write up reports for clients and team members to show them the strategies available to them. They may also alert clients about any potential problems or concerns that may arise.
  • Manage and help to create marketing content to socialize and use for social media purposes (e.g., customer videos briefs, customer case studies, blog posts, posts from analysts and customers)
  • Build and nurture social media platform-specific communities and audiences
  • Support SEO strategies by understanding keyword priorities and how they integrate into content marketing plans
  • Assist in link building campaigns in coordination with client SEO goals
  • Provide analysis and recommendations as the program evolves and can be reviewed.
  • Daily research and administer social media tools in support of clients’ social media strategy
  • Monitor and evaluate social media results in coordination with client goals and benchmarks
  • Communication to team and management on project development, timelines, and results
  • Work closely with the other team members to meet client goals
  • Keep pace with social media and internet marketing industry trends and developments

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Advertising, Marketing, Strategic Communications, or related field.
  • Must have two (2) years of experience in social media marketing with demonstrated successes in campaign management.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Experience working with popular social media advertising platforms found on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn in particular
  • Experience working with popular social media monitoring tools (Google, Radian 6, Twitter Search, etc.) and popular social media management tools (TweetDeck, HootSuite, etc.)
  • Experience with website analysis using a variety of analytics tools including Google Analytics as well as internal reporting tools
  • Experience working with CMS and building/administering content in CMS environments
  • Desired: Knowledge of HTML/CSS, WordPress, and website administrations
  • Must be able to get cleared for a TS/SCI.

Ecucomm is an equal opportunity employer. U.S. citizenship is required.

Job Features

Job CategoryMedia and Analytics

ECU Communications is actively seeking a qualified Social Media Specialist that has two (2) years of experience collaborating with the SEO and Social Media team monitoring advertising platfo...

Oversee technical, online advertising campaigns across various digital platforms.  Ensures accuracy of projects and timelines and achieves milestones. Manages media budgets and performs campaign analysis. Brings new online and digital ideas and opportunities while assisting with the creative digital concepts and development of those projects. The Digital Media Analyst manages online analytics, research and statistical data and presents to the client as needed.

JOB DUTIES & EXPECTATIONS:

  • Ensuring that advertising messages align with the client or company objectives.
  • Monitor the performance of online and offline advertising campaigns and reporting the results to relevant stakeholders.
  • Researching the current media landscape and keeping up to date with the latest media trends, technology changes that may affect/improve media campaigns.
  • Determining the most situatable media mix given the nature of each client’s business, budget and preferred advertising media.
  • Building and maintaining relationships with clients, advertising platforms and media influencers.
  • Developing a cohesive digital strategy to specified targeting, recommendations, and creative insights to ensure a successful digital campaign. 
  • Working with marketing managers to develop tactics that incorporate marketing efficiencies while supporting the priorities of the lines of business. 
  • Responsible for SEM/SEO management that include set up and monitor campaigns on Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other platforms adjusting as needed to improve results.
  • Launching and optimizing ads across all digital platforms, including but not limited to LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Google. 
  • Contributing to the marketing campaign optimization through data analytics, providing recommendations to geographic marketing leaders, and developing plans to ensure data and process integration of the system that supports vital marketing processes.  
  • Compiling monthly and annual budgets from federal and corporate marketing teams (work with agencies to ensure budgets adhere to, up to date, and media spend optimized across digital tactics). 
  • Generating weekly, monthly, and quarterly performance reports and dashboards. Must be able to recognize and troubleshoot data anomalies. 
  • Using web analytics tools to perform an in-depth analysis of conversion goals; perform landscape and competitive analyses, audience research, and other market research. Analyze and report on paid media campaign data and performance. 
  • Create, analyze, and optimize paid search campaigns in Google and Social Media Ads focused on driving acquisition while meeting set Quality Score, CTR, Conversion Rate, and cost-per-acquisition benchmarks. 

REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in marketing, communications, or related areas. 
  • 2-4 years of experience in a digital marketing setting up, running, and managing paid media campaigns (digital campaigns, implementation, reporting, pay-per-click, analysis) / working with email and digital marketing technology (Google Ads, Facebook, and Tableau). 
  • Must have the ability to apply and assimilate knowledge and new skills, as well as embrace modern marketing practices, platforms, and running paid media programs. 
  • Exceptional problem solving, quantitative, analytical skills (practical experience) and content management system (CMS). 
  • Knowledge of conversion rate optimization (CRO), UX, SEO, and content strategy best practices for websites. 
  • Team player and high level of organization.

Ecucomm is an equal opportunity employer. U.S. citizenship is required.

Job Features

Job CategoryMedia and Analytics

Oversee technical, online advertising campaigns across various digital platforms.  Ensures accuracy of projects and timelines and achieves milestones. Manages media budgets and performs campaign ...

The Account Executive acts as a liaison between the advertising agency and the client, coordinating, organizing, and monitoring various advertising campaigns for both existing clientele as well as making “pitches” for new business. Account executives do extensive work with the account coordinator and the media planner to devise a marketing strategy and campaign that meets the client’s needs as well as budget. After its approval by the client, the account executive then works with the agency’s creative team on what needs to be produced and copyrighted. Essentially, they conduct the project managing aspects of a campaign by monitoring its process, keeping the client informed throughout the whole process, and overseeing the administration of the account.

Job Duties & Expectations:

  • Responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing client programs and activities.
  • Ensures that all programs are strategically on target with clients’ business objectives.
  • Reports program results to agency management and client.
  • Act as a liaison between agency and client (advertising requirements& details of campaigns)
  • Plays key role in account activities including special events, media relations, program implementation, etc.
  • Demonstrates ability to effectively develop full range of written materials including press releases, byline articles, speeches, client correspondence and reports.
  • Develops and monitors program plans and budgets for profitability.
  • Reports status to client and agency management on a regular basis.
  • Develops an understanding of various research methods.
  • Coordinates internal and external resources in implementing research projects.
  • Work with the agency colleagues to devise an advertising campaign that meets the client’s brief and budget.
  • Present alongside the agency colleagues (particularly the Account Supervisor / Director of Client Services) the campaign ideas and budget to the client.
  • Work with Account Supervisor/Director of Client Services to brief media, creative and research staff and assist with the formulation of marketing strategies. 
  • Write, edit, and review fact sheets and other press materials.
  • Serve as primary client contact for small to mid-level accounts
  • Develop pitch plans and media outreach strategies, and coordinate media relations across multiple staff to retain and secure new business for the agency.
  • Handle budgets manage campaign costs and invoice clients.
  • Responsible for monitoring the effectiveness of campaigns.

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, or Communications.
  • Four (4) years of professional work experience in communications/public relations and marketing/advertising.  
  • Demonstrated knowledge of standards, principles, and techniques of public relations, communications, and marketing/advertising.
  • Must handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic work environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication (including the ability to adapt to various writing styles and guidelines).
  • Excellent MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel).

Ecucomm is an equal opportunity employer. U.S. citizenship is required.

Job Features

Job CategoryClient Services

The Account Executive acts as a liaison between the advertising agency and the client, coordinating, organizing, and monitoring various advertising campaigns for both existing clientele as well as mak...

We seek a highly motivated candidate with a minimum of 5 years of advertising/marketing experience to support Federal Government clients. Responsibilities include the support and coordination of integrated advertising campaign activities for research, creative, media, public relations, and social media. Develops and maintains program budgets, writes meeting notes and reports. 

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for account co-direction for a national, clients for advertising, media placement in television, radio, internet, print, and outdoor. 
  • Responsible for digital campaign management, including social media, microsites, widgets, and online media buys.
  • Writes marketing plans, creative briefs, media reports, competitive analysis, and other strategic documents.
  • Facilitates jobs through the agency; briefs the creative staff, reviews creative/innovative concepts and maintains and monitors project schedules between creative, production, and the client. 
  • Conducts day-to-day project communications with clients, agency departments (creative, production, media), and other partners (mainly client’s corporate partners); interpret client needs into an actionable internal direction.
  • Maintains financial reconciliation; oversees proper estimate generation and invoice accuracy.
  • Conducts marketing research efforts, particularly how changes in the industry and consumer behavior affect the client’s marketing message.
  • Member of account service team and presenter on new business pitches. 
  • Must have knowledge of multicultural audiences, close attention to detail, and excellent organizational and writing skills with the ability to juggle many projects simultaneously.

Account Supervisor Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Advertising, or Communications
  • Minimum 5 years of professional work experience in communications or related field
  • Advanced MS Office Skills
  • Must have a least 5 years of experience in a lead or supervisory role of a project or client interfacing.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to adapt to various writing styles and guidelines
  • Excellent interpersonal skills (Positive demeanor, team player, solution oriented)
  • Excellent Internet communication skills, including knowledge of social media platforms
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic work environment & handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines
  • Internet communication skills, including knowledge of social media platforms
  • Fluency in Spanish is preferred

Applicants will undergo a background check. ECU Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We thrive on diverse backgrounds, cultures, languages, and viewpoints; and firmly believe that mutual respect is the common tie that binds us. We offer excellent benefits and a great work environment.

Ecucomm is an equal opportunity employer. U.S. citizenship is required.

Job Features

Job CategoryClient Services

We seek a highly motivated candidate with a minimum of 5 years of advertising/marketing experience to support Federal Government clients. Responsibilities include the support and coordination of integ...

ECU Communications is actively seeking a qualified Video Production Coordinator that has three (3) years of experience managing all phases of video production, managing client’s digital asset management system and collaborating with the team for web, social media, advertising and events to best leverage productions on the website and across social media platforms. Successful applicants must possess a current U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level or must be cleared to obtain one, to be considered for this position. This position is located in the Washington, DC area, must be able to work on-site with occasional travel.

Work Environment Expected Requirements:

  • Some evening or weekend work may be required.
  • Travel throughout the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia region will be required.
  • Travel beyond the capital region may be required based on assignment.

Video Production Coordinator Duties:

  • Collaborate with the Marketing Team to establish the desired message, feel and look for the videos to be created
  • Produce content on subjects or issues which fall within the scope of the mission and purpose of this organization
  • Work closely with Photographer and Digital Communications Manager to edit video assets
  • Gather and transfer all forms of media into editing software
  • Operate computer editing systems and equipment used for video media and effects
  • Establish a clear understanding of the storyline and purpose of the video's creation
  • Create an initial proposed storyboard draft of the video to present to the supervisor for approval before beginning to alter video digitally
  • Improve video and sound quality using various video software
  • Edit video to include pre-selected music, interviews, sound clips and other important aspects of the project
  • Ensure the correct formatting and presentation for finalized videos
  • Collaborate with partners and sponsors in creating and sharing relevant video assets
  • Organize all videos into appropriate folders based on video purposes.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree with a specialization in film/video/media production, photography, broadcast journalism or similar field
  • Experience in all facets of video and photo pre-production, production, and post-production, including conceiving, planning, organizing and conducting video/photoshoots; editing and producing draft and final versions of the works, and organizing all assets (including release forms and other supporting documentation) in the online archive
  • Expertise with standard video and DSLR cameras, lighting equipment, and sound equipment
  • Mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud programs related to video, photo and graphic design (i.e., Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, InDesign, Premiere)
  • Must be able to lift video equipment weighing up to 30 pounds, including but not limited to tripods, video recording and playback equipment, video cameras, projectors, monitors, and other audio/visual devices
  • Must be able to get cleared for a TS/SCI.

Ecucomm is an equal opportunity employer. U.S. citizenship is required.

Job Features

Job CategoryVisual UX Design

ECU Communications is actively seeking a qualified Video Production Coordinator that has three (3) years of experience managing all phases of video production, managing client’s digital as...

Web & Mobile Development

ECU Communications is actively seeking a Web Developer with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in PHP, Scripting, ad CSS to its development team. The ideal candidate should include experience building websites and mobile (tablet) applications within a Content Management System (CMS) environment. Experience using and designing CSS, HTML (5) websites along with advanced abilities with PHP app customized development.  The ability to work in a multifaceted and fast-paced environment is a plus.

Responsibilities & Expectations:

  • Development and timely deployment of client websites and online applications using standardized procedures. 
  • Deliver time estimates for the development of online projects and clients. 
  • Perform a lead role in maintenance, support, technical scope, and management of all online projects. 
  • Use and design CSS, HTML (5) websites along with advanced abilities with PHP application customized development. 
  •  Analyze web, mobile (tablet) social, email applications in cross-platform, and multi-browser integrated development. 
  • Database development with SQL experience 
  • Must have knowledge with (open-sourced) Drupal, WordPress, Joomla, and their modules (other CMS applications apply). 
  • Experience in resolving usability and design issues 

Required Qualifications:

  • BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related area of study. 
  • Must have a minimum of five (5) years of HTML, HTML5, CSS, CSS3, iOS, JavaScript, XML, PHP, C++, Flash, and MySQL.
  • Must have Drupal experience for full consideration.
  • Must have advanced knowledge of Content Management Systems (CMS). 
  • Must have experience installing and constructing open source solutions. 
  • Experience working with API’s, SDK’s, and web services.
  • Experience with Server and Hosting Management.
  • Must have 508 Compliance experience and understanding 
  • Strong writing (technical) and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of online video applications
  • Experience and knowledge of ColdFusion.
  • Must be able to obtain a security clearance.

Ecucomm is an equal opportunity employer. U.S. citizenship is required.

Job Features

Job CategoryVisual UX Design

ECU Communications is actively seeking a Web Developer with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in PHP, Scripting, ad CSS to its development team. The ideal candidate should include experience b...

Accounting & Bookkeeping

ECU Communications is looking for a full-time Accounting Clerk with at least three (3) years of experience working with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.  We are a fast-paced environment, working with multiple federal government agencies and require that the ideal candidate have at least two (2) years working with a Federal Government Contractor, strong attention to detail, effective at communicating, and integrity in their work ethic.

ACCOUNTING CLERK Summary:

  • Posting actions to journals, 
  • Identifying subsidiary accounts affected
  • Making debit and credit entries and assigning proper codes. 
  • Determine the reasons for rejections and prepare necessary correcting material. 
  • Provide detailed instructions for complex or unusual assignments. 
  • Complete work and methods used are reviewed for technical accuracy.
  • Assist in other accounting areas as may be required, including Accounts Payable, Contract Billings, Accounts Receivable, or Data Processing.
  • AP follows up to sure all backup invoices/receipt copies are received with a copy of the coding form and filed.

Responsibilities & Expectations  

  • Edit, revise, and verify data received for completeness and accuracy, resolve routine problems, and communicate effectively.  
  • Prepare source documents for data entry, code accounts appropriately, and perform the data entry function.
  • Revise and verify miscellaneous statements and reports against data from originating sources.
  • Accumulate and tabulate control statistics.
  • Effectively interface with vendors for problem resolution or account concerns. 
  • Maintain various master files and listings, including periodic transaction statistics.
  • Reconcile client accounts.
  • Answer phone takes and relays messages.
  • Organize, file, and maintain records in a current condition.
  • May review computer printouts against manually maintained journals, detect and correct erroneous postings. 
  • Prepare documents to adjust accounting classifications and other data, or review lists of transactions rejected by an automated system
  • Organize monthly receipts and payments of approved employee reimbursement request forms with proper supervisor approval and backup documentation.
  • Allocate certain direct periodic expenses charged monthly or other period using appropriate distribution codes.
  • Receive monthly downloaded credit card expenses and send them to cardholders using the credit card expense form for proper coding. 
  • Set up new vendors before payment, obtain W-9 forms, and code as 1099 vendors when appropriate and set up to receive ACH payments when requested/authorized. Issue 1099- MISC forms annually.
  • Obtain authorized signatures for checks and distribute.
  • Ensure accurate filing/recordkeeping for all AP payments and backup documentation, whether via check or ACH.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
  • Must have three years (3) years of Accounts Payable experience
  • Strong technical skills, including Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work with detailed information with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Ability to be accurate and meet deadlines in a high-volume setting.
  • Ability to learn and follow procedures quickly.
  • Commitment to working in a diverse working environment.
  • Embraces process improvement and is comfortable making recommendations.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team player.
  • Must pass a financial background check.

Ecucomm is an equal opportunity employer. U.S. citizenship is required.

Job Features

Job CategoryHR & Administration

ECU Communications is looking for a full-time Accounting Clerk with at least three (3) years of experience working with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.  We are a fast-paced environment,...

Job Overview

We're now hiring an experienced Content Creator/Copywriter to join the ECU Communications team. If you're serious about your next job, ECU Communications is an ideal place to grow your career. Make your next career move with us.

Responsibilities include;

  • Write copy for a variety of media including social, print, video, and online
  • Taylor messaging for a wide variety of target audiences
  • Edit and proof work to ensure high editorial standards are met across all content outputs
  • Collaborate with creative, product, marketing to assess project needs and help with messaging
  • Drive brand consistency across all company communications
  • Develop and implement brand guidelines
  • Stay current on trends and competitors within the editorial sphere
  • See projects through the whole creative lifestyle, from inception to deployment

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, or Communications
  • 3-5 years of experience in content marketing or copywriting, preferably with an agency
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
  • Strong creative thinking skills and ability to think conceptually
  • Comfortable working independently with little direction under tight deadlines
  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a diligent eye for detail, language, flow, and grammar
  • Proven ability to demonstrate brand voice
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent portfolio of work
  • Team player

Organizational skills are a must.

Ecucomm is an equal opportunity employer. U.S. citizenship is required.

Job Features

Job CategoryVisual UX Design
LocationManassas, VA

Job Overview We’re now hiring an experienced Content Creator/Copywriter to join the ECU Communications team. If you’re serious about your next job, ECU Communications is an ideal place to ...