3 years of accounting experience in a 501(c)(3) organization
Proficient in preparing financial statements per GAAP
Experience in maintaining general ledger and account reconciliations
Familiarity with monitoring grant expenditures and budget tracking
Skilled in assisting with audits and compliance reporting
Knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards and internal controls
Responsibilities
Prepare monthly grant reimbursement vouchers and related journal entries
Monitor grant budget spending and handle budget modifications
Collaborate with Program Directors regarding budget and spending
Ensure timely issuance of vouchers and reimbursement follow-ups
Process monthly general ledger closing and prepare adjusting entries
Prepare annual operating budgets
Perform additional duties as assigned
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with up to 85% employer contribution after 30 days
Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
Tuition Reimbursement and Life Insurance
Pension Plan along with a Voluntary 403b Plan
Employee Loan Program
Free Parking
Opportunities for Staff Development and Promotion
Full Job Description
Senior Accountant
Full time
Finance/Accounting
Yonkers, NY, US
JOB TITLE: Senior Accountant
DEPARTMENT: Finance
FLSA: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Grants Manager
LOCATION: Yonkers, NY
SALARY: $97,053/ yr.
BENEFITS AND PERKS
Medical, Dental and Vision after 30-days with up to 85% paid by Employer
Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Time
Tuition Reimbursement Life Insurance
Pension Plan and Voluntary 403b Plan
Employee Loan Program
Free Parking
Staff Development and Promotional Opportunities
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare monthly grant reimbursement vouchers and prepare all related journal entries and accruals. (16%)
Monitor grant budget spending and prepare budget modification requests as needed. (17%)
Meet with Program Directors to manage spending and determine budget modifications. (5%)
Ensure vouchers are issued on time and monitor that reimbursements are received timely. Follow up with funders as necessary. (5%)
Process monthly general ledger closing, prepare adjusting journal entries, and update all monthly work papers, including fixed assets and depreciation, insurance expense, and other accrued expenses.(45%)
Prepare annual operating budgets (12%)
Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
3 years of experience as Accountant with a 501(c)(3) organization which must include 3 years of experience with the following:
Preparing monthly and annual financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
Maintaining the general ledger, performing account reconciliations, and supporting monthly closing activities.
Processing journal entries and ensuring accuracy of financial records.
Monitoring grant expenditures, supporting budget tracking, and preparing budget adjustments as needed.
Assisting with audit preparation and compliance reporting for nonprofit and grant-related activities.
Developing and maintaining internal controls and accounting procedures in compliance with nonprofit accounting standards.
Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting activities for organizational financial management.
