Accountant I

AmeriCare • New York, NY

3d

About The Position

The Accountant is responsible for payroll accounting and general ledger activities, including payroll reconciliations, transaction recording, journal entries, account analysis, and support for month- and year-end close processes. The role also assists with audits and ongoing projects as needed.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of accounting experience.
• Understanding of payroll tax reporting, withholdings, and employer tax responsibilities.
• Strong math and computer skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Team-player attitude.
• Attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare experience is preferred but not required.
• Workday/OSV knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge of full-cycle payroll, payroll journal entries, accruals, account reconciliation, and month-end close activities.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile payroll registers and related reports to general ledger activity, researching and resolving variances promptly.
• Record payroll taxes, employer-paid liabilities, and other payroll-related transactions.
• Perform quarterly Form 941 reconciliations to the general ledger.
• Conduct monthly general ledger account analysis and reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including monthly and yearly closing entries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closings and audits.
• Assist with ongoing projects as needed.

What This Job Offers

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