Accountant

Do you want to be part of a local organization that supports communities across NYS by providing over 1,000 programs that change the lives of those less fortunate?  AP is proud to partner exclusively with a nonprofit that is growing their team. The Accounting will work closely with the Supervisor and Manager to ensure accurate and financial records. The ideal candidate will have a background in supply chain and warehousing. This is a unique opportunity to utilize your for-profit knowledge in a nonprofit setting. This client offers 18 paid holidays along with flexibility and a hybrid work schedule.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares financial reports and analytics for various third-party funding organizations in collaboration with programmatic leaders and staff.
• Assists with revenue recognition policies in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”) for not-for-profit entities.
• Audits, analyzes and reconciles ledger accounts to confirm completeness and accuracy of data. Uses judgment to assess whether account balances are reasonable; examines accounting documents to ascertain that transactions are properly supported in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures.
• Creates ad hoc reports as necessary to understand and explain agency financial activity.
• Prepares journal entries, when necessary.
• Reviews program financial statements with program leadership to ensure compliance with third party funding agency contract terms and conditions.
• Follows internal control policies and assists with external audits.
• Prepares reports to comply with external reporting requirements, including the preparation of midyear reporting and forecasts, cost reports, grant request information and follow up reporting, for funded programs.
• Performs financial analysis on an as needed and requested basis.
• Participates in the development and preparation of budgets for new programs and contracts.
• Prepares annual operating budgets and financial forecasts as assigned.
• Participates in meetings and training programs as required.
• Prepares assigned Finance Committee and Board of Director meeting materials. Attends Board and committee meetings as directed.
• Provides regional financial information to the Finance Department leadership for consolidating financial statements.
• Maintains a high level of expertise in specialized areas through continuing education, individual contacts, and attendance at meetings as directed or necessary.
• Understands and upholds the Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.

EXPERIENCE

• One (1) to three (3) years of professional accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.