Accountant

LIFESPAN OF GREATER ROCHESTER INC•City of Rochester, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Lifespan is a trusted, mission-driven, regional nonprofit dedicated to helping older adults take on the challenges and opportunities of longer life. We are a great place to work where staff can grow personally and professionally in a supportive and inclusive environment. STATUS: Non-exempt, full-time (37.5 hours) Hourly wage: $22 to $24 per hour SUMMARY Accounting position primarily responsible for the preparation of contract claim vouchers while monitoring spending as compared to budget. Also assists the Chief Financial Officer with several financial functions such as budgeting, cost accounting, cash management and financial statements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Three plus years of accounting experience.
Excellent computer skills with proficiency working in Excel, Word and accounting software required.
Majority of work is performed at desk or personal computer
Frequent use of calculator, copier and scanner
Excellent verbal, written and telephone communication skills are required
Ability to multitask while paying particular attention to detail
Ability to work in multi cultural situations

Nice To Haves

Non-profit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and year-end claim vouchers to various funders in accordance with contract provisions and budgets.
Monitor programs for over/under spending of contracts and variances from budget. The preparation of financial projections is often necessary. Inform Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer, VP for Program and appropriate Program Director of such spending situations.
Communicate with funders and their auditors regarding contract spending, budget modifications and any other questions/issues that arise.
Train Program Directors on how to read and understand claim vouchers and financial statements.
Assist with the preparation and review of the Agency’s annual operating budget.
Assist with the Agency’s monthly closing process and the preparation of financial statements.
Assist with the preparation of schedules and information for the Agency’s annual audit of our financial statements as well as funder audits.
Data entry into the accounting software of journal entries and revenue.
Perform record keeping, tagging, and physical inventory of capitalized assets purchased by funders.
Assist with the development and documentation of the Agency’s cost allocations.
Provide backup coverage for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.