Senior Staff Accountant

Responsible for the day-to-day general ledger accounting for the agency and related entities. Ensures accurate financial records through reconciliation and financial analysis for the areas assigned.

• Maintains general ledger and all related entity reporting as determined by funding sources and the Director of Finance, including but not limited to the completion of monthly journal entries, balance sheet and income statement account reconciliation, and reporting for entities and programs assigned.
• Maintains database of records for fixed asset transactions and depreciation schedules for the areas assigned.
• Prepares financial statements and supporting schedules for entities and programs assigned.
• Prepares financial analysis for entities and programs assigned.
• Maintains knowledge of HUD and low-income accounting rules.
• Performs monthly allocations for the agency
• Maintains position management system using UKG Ready (Kronos Workforce Ready)
• Assist with budget preparation as needed.
• Assists in preparation of reporting to state and local funding organizations including the New York State Consolidated Fiscal Report (CFR).
• Reviews financial statements and related financial data for the purpose of ensuring accurate recording of data.
• Creates efficiencies through system reporting using Acumatica
• Develops, and implements business and financial policies and procedure changes to comply with County or State Policies and Procedures and good business practices.
• Prepares outside audit work papers and works with independent or funding source auditors to develop and monitor fiscal accountability procedures.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and two (2) years of staff accounting experience, OR Bachelor’s in a related degree and (3) years of accounting experience.
• Demonstrated experience with month-end closing and general ledger accounting.

• Comprehensive knowledge on the theory and practices of accounting, month end close, and the issuance and auditing of financial statements.
• Proficiency in maintaining and checking financial records and preparing detailed reports.
• Good understanding of laws and regulations governing maintenance of financial records.
• Ability to examine current accounting procedures and install revised accounting procedures, when necessary.
• Knowledge of multi-funded, not-for-profit organizational structure and process, coupled with knowledge of private sector business procedures.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel.