Senior Staff Accountant

Buffalo. WNY Independent Living. Senior Staff Accountant. $70,000 - $85,000/year.

Works with the Controller in reporting, coordination, and monitoring the financial activity of Western New York Independent Living, Inc. (WNYIL). Provide assistance in all aspects of the accounting department to include, but not limited to, audits, monthly financial reports, payroll, local, State, and Federal reporting.

• Assist with funder and governing body reporting and tracking as needed.
• Responsible for month end close, including journal entries, accruals and reporting.
• Prepare vouchers and expenditure reports for contracts and grants.
• Assist in the preparation for all financial audits.
• Assist in the preparation of the Consolidated Fiscal Report (CFR) and CFR related reports.
• Complete and/or review monthly bank and other balance sheet reconciliations.
• Attend Agencies in-service training and staff meetings as well as any other Agency-related activities as required.
• Participate in maintaining a neat, clean, and safe work environment.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Bachelors degree in Business or Accounting

Professional and life experience may be considered in lieu of, in full or part of academic credentials.

Two (2) or three (3) years of experience in accounting related responsibilities including contract and grant knowledge.

Must have intermediate level of knowledge of computers including the use of Excel spreadsheets, databases, word processing and networks.

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, good organization, and analytical skills.

Perform in a professional, conscientious, and efficient manner for the purpose of ensuring a better quality of life for persons with disabilities.

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