Senior Accountant

Job Description

Senior Accountant

Are you an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys taking ownership of complex, meaningful financial responsibilities? Staff Buffalo is excited to partner with a well-established public-sector organization to hire a Senior Accountant for a full-time, in-person role in Buffalo, NY. This is an impactful opportunity for someone who wants to step into a lead accounting position, contribute to financial accuracy across multiple programs, and support long-term organizational stability.

This position pays an annual salary of $65,000-$70,000.

In this role, the Senior Accountant will manage key financial functions including month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, payroll allocations, and loan/grant-related accounting. You'll also support and guide team members who assist with daily accounting tasks, helping ensure accuracy, compliance, and strong internal controls across the department.

If you're motivated, detail-oriented, and looking for a public-sector accounting role with meaningful impact, professional growth, and excellent benefits, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

This is an on-site, full-time position based in Buffalo, NY.

• Lead the monthly close process and prepare accurate, timely financial statements
• Complete or review bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and journal entries
• Prepare variance reports and financial analysis to support leadership decision-making
• Manage fixed asset tracking and related schedules
• Process and review grant- and payroll-related accounting entries
• Review contracts, requisitions, loan packages, and program-related financial requests for accuracy and eligibility
• Reconcile budget balances across internal accounting systems and external reporting systems
• Prepare financial documentation for audits, grants, and external reporting
• Collaborate with internal teams to complete project cost reconciliations and streamline accounting processes

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required; MBA preferred
• 1+ year of non-profit or governmental accounting experience required
• Knowledge of GAAP and governmental/fund accounting
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort with accounting software
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational ability
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team setting

• Must reside in the City of Buffalo or be willing to relocate within 6 months of hire

• $65,000 – $70,000 annual salary
• Unlimited sick time.
• 100% fully paid health and dental insurance, including family healthcare with a $24k contribution towards healthcare from the City, with no out-of-pocket principal payments for exempt employees.
• Cost of living adjustments at 3% for the next 3 years.
• HRA towards the co-pay.
• Annual bonuses.
• Access to extensive resources and connections.
• Longevity payments every 5 years.

The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that our client would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range.

Staff Buffalo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service.