Accountant (3093)

Together for Youth • Town of Canaan, NY

11d • $63,000 - $66,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Stronger Communities New York (SCNY) is the parent company providing administrative support for both Together for Youth (Canaan, NY) and The House of the Good Shepherd (Utica, NY). This position will be a part of SCNY and is based in Canaan, NY. The Accountant will follow Together for Youth's (TFY) guidelines regarding benefits, compensation and all policies and procedures as outlined in the TFY employee handbook. The Accountant is responsible for processing the day-to-day aspects of the general ledger and ensuring the organization’s financial goals relating to reporting objectives, targets and outcomes are achieved. This position is Hybrid, you are required in person travel to Canaan, NY once a week.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field - Required.
• Three(3) years' experience in general ledger or related accounting functions required; preferably in a mid-size non-profit organization.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving history to the Agency, and a reliable vehicle. Travel is required. Ability to coordinate and plan travel for visits and appointments in efficient manner.
• Ability to work with economically and culturally diverse population.
• Ability to be solution focused with strong communication skills including written, verbal and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day accounting and reporting responsibilities related to the agency’s rate based, federal, state, local and other preventive program contracts; maintain fiscal integrity in accordance with GAAP.
• Monthly preparation of various account analysis and reconciliation of the same to the general ledger.
• Maintain various financial schedules including but not limited to: prepaid expenses, depreciation, administrative allocations, insurance and investments.
• Analyzes data to identify potential risks and makes recommendations to Finance Leadership.
• Assist in the coordination of and gathering data for agency audits.
• Prepares and posts journal entries for accounting transactions. Maintains required supporting documentation for all transactions.
• Process monthly allocation methods.
• Ensures all internal and external accounting deadlines are met.
• Other related assignments as delegated by Finance Leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level