Accountant Assistant

Description: ABOUT US Sanctuary for Families is New York’s leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking and related forms of gender violence.
Every year, Sanctuary empowers thousands of adults and children to move from fear and abuse to safety and stability, transforming lives through a comprehensive range of services.
We provide a range of wrap-around services to help survivors rebuild their lives in the aftermath of abuse, and work to end gender violence through three key strategies: direct services, outreach and training, and systems-change advocacy.
Our services are available in 12 locations throughout New York City.
POSITION OVERVIEW The Accountant Assistant will support the Finance Department in routine clerical duties.
This role will have principal responsibility for all aspects of facilitation of the AP checks, oversee metro cards distribution, posting of related accounts to the general ledger and associated compliance reporting for Sanctuary for Families.
The person in this position will have frequent interaction with employees throughout the agency.
Exceptional communication skills and attention to detail are required.
RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare and process invoices, and check requests.
Verify all invoice received are correct and that the services were received and completed before payments are made.
Responsible for the accuracy and timely processing of weekly check printing.
Submit the positive pay report to bank.
Post financial data to appropriate accounts and cost centers in our accounting system, Fund-EZ.
Maintain and update files for payments documents, invoices, and purchase orders, accounts payable.
Interpret and apply policies and procedures to resolve errors and discrepancies.
Maintain, handle and distribute the agency’s metro cards along with the entry posting and program allocations.
Correspond with staff and vendors regarding finance matters.
Provide overall general support to the finance department.
Requirements: 2+ years of experience in accounts payable and related accounting is required.
High School Diploma or equivalent; Accounting degree is preferred.
Knowledge of not-for-profit accounting software; FundEZ a plus.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively and communicate well with all levels of employees, management and external agencies.
Must be able to work independently and manage responsibilities with limited supervision.
Good analytical skills; attention to detail with excellent interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Budgeted Salary: $26.
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31/hr ($48,300 - $53,353 Annually); pursuant to Step wage scale in accordance with collective bargaining agreement This position is Full-time (35hr/wk), Non-Exempt/Hourly Work schedule is currently Hybrid; must be able to meet job location schedule obligations Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Employer-paid life insurance Employer retirement contribution Paid time off Flex spending account Student loan assistance Tuition reimbursement program Gym reimbursement program Wellness program and initiatives All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status or domestic violence victim status, and other categories protected under Federal, New York state or New York city laws.
Sanctuary for Families follows the requirements of the Human Rights Law including with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.
People of color, trans and gender non-conforming people, people with disabilities, and survivors of gender-based violence are strongly encouraged to apply.
We recognize that the safety, healing and self-determination of survivors of domestic violence and related forms of gender violence is at the intersection of racial, gender, economic, immigrant, LGBTQ+, and disability justice, as well as many other critical issues.
In order to realize our mission, Sanctuary strives to center DEI principles at every level of the organization and continues to deepen that commitment.