Accountant

YWCA of Western Massachusetts•Springfield, MA

12d•$80,000

About The Position

Reporting to the CFO, the Staff Accountant is responsible for safeguarding the assets of the YWCA in accordance with established policies and procedures for the posting and maintenance of all data in the financial accounting system. The position maintains subsidiary schedules and assists with year-end audit, program budgets and audits, financial and ad hoc reporting in accordance with GAAP. Works collaboratively throughout the organization with a special emphasis on grant preparation and reporting. Expectations of all employees In the performance of essential and general job responsibilities, all YWCA employees are expected to: Demonstrate commitment to the YWCA’s mission and principles of trauma-informed work. Represent the YWCA in a professional and competent manner to participants, community members, organizational partners, and others. Perform quality work within program guidelines and deadlines. Work effectively as a team contributor and foster a positive working environment. Work independently while understanding the need for communication and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations. Maintain professional behavior and strict confidentiality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting with 2-3 years’ experience or an associate’s degree in accounting with five or more years’ experience in bookkeeping/accounting or equivalent.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing required.
Must have the ability to work independently and within a team atmosphere.
Bookkeeping and basic accounting skills required.
Proficiency with computers and spreadsheets, word processing, and accounting programs required.
Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and computer skills.
Access to reliable transportation and valid driver’s license required. Must be able to be covered by the agency's insurance policy; and
Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

Daily cash management includes ensuring that operating cash accounts have sufficient funds at all times, advising CFO of cash transfers needed.
Monitor daily accounts payable input to ensure postings are accurate/timely.
Run monthly aging reports for CFO to keep payables current.
Assist with monthly/quarterly billings.
Enter and post cash receipts on a timely basis and prepare deposits to bank.
Reconcile all bank statements monthly.
Reconcile Accounts Payable Aging Report and Open Item List on a weekly basis; reconcile Open Item List with General Ledger monthly. Reports should be filed by the Accountant in the Month End Workbook.
Post necessary journal entries and any adjustments to General Ledger monthly.
Reconcile (subsidiary) accounts for general ledger.
Generate end-of-the-month financial reports and reconciliations to confirm accuracy.
Enter and monitor program budgets in Financial Edge accounting software and prepare reports for program directors.
Liaise with the Supportive Housing Program property manager regarding monthly rent payments and security deposits / refunds.
Prepare and post rental property entries in a timely and accurate manner.
Update program allocations on a quarterly basis
Assist with agency-wide annual operating budget, project-specific budgets and capital budgets.
Assist with year-end financial audit process to include audit schedule preparation, field auditor questions, and assist with providing documentation as requested.
Work with Grant Writer to create budgets and/or Project budget amendments
Performs program audits for grantors / funders.
Maintain month end workbooks in preparation for year-year audit.
Assist and support the department through cross-training as the AP Specialist and AR-Billing Analyst backup.
Keep informed of accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
Performs other duties as assigned.
All other relevant duties as needed.