Our client is a private, not-for-profit law and policy organization with offices in New York City and Washington, DC.
They are the only organization in the country whose sole mission is to fight discrimination against people with criminal records, drug or alcohol histories, and/or HIV/AIDS.
The client is a national leader in fighting mass incarceration by expanding alternatives to incarceration, seeking to connect individuals in the criminal legal system to health care services, and reducing barriers to reentry into employment, housing, and higher education.
The client uses legal and policy strategies to fight discrimination, build health equity, and restore opportunities for people with criminal records, substance use disorders, and HIV or AIDS.
The client uses a multi-faceted approach to effectuate its mission and create systemic change through impact litigation, legal services, education, and policy advocacy.
Our client is seeking a full-time Senior Staff Accountant with Non-Profit experience to join their growing team! The position is based in New York City.
They have instituted a hybrid work model that includes the opportunity to work some of the time remotely.
COVID-19 vaccination and booster are required as a condition of employment.
Summary
The Sr.
Staff Accountant will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer.
The primary function of the job involves preparing financial reports, vouchers, and billing/invoices for payment.
The Sr.
Staff Accountant will ensure that financial records, reports, vouchers, billings, time/leaves, and any other financial records are maintained in compliance with funder, auditor, agency, and regulatory requirements.
Must be a self-starter with a proven track record of accuracy, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional accounting work while meeting deadlines.
Job Responsibilities:
• Review and approve journal entries.
• Maintain the general ledger.
• Manage monthly closing of all accounting systems, G/L, A/P, and A/R.
• Develop governmental budgets, including budget modifications.
• Monitor and review monthly and quarterly accounting reports to external funders.
• Ensure fiscal compliance with government contracts.
• Review and update the fiscal operations manual.
• Prepare schedules for and manage annual agency audits.
• Prepare monthly departmental reports, as well as quarterly financial reports for the Board of Directors.
• Assist the CFO in preparing and conducting “budget to actual” meetings with Program Directors.
• Supervise payroll/timekeeping activities.
• Manage time reporting activities by developing allocation percentages consistent with the budget.
• Prepare the Consolidated Fiscal Report (CFR).
• Support the CFO on all financial matters.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.
Job Qualifications and Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Minimum of five years of experience in non-profit accounting or finance.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, emphasizing Excel, Word, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Strong experience with fund accounting, particularly FUND EZ 14, is essential.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proactive and self-driven with a proven track record of working independently and effectively leading one’s job responsibilities.
• Well-developed emotional intelligence and proven track record of effective collaboration within a team and across the entire organization.
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary is commensurate with experience: The salary range is $65,000 to $85,000 per year;
Excellent benefits, including Medical; Dental and Vision insurance paid by the firm.
403(b) plan with employer contribution, and flexible pre-tax benefits.
Life Insurance, short-term and long-term Disability paid by the firm.
Generous Paid Holidays, Sick Days, Personal Days and Vacation Days.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Only complete applications will be considered.
Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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