Chief Accountant

Center for Disability Services • Albany, NY

13d

About The Position

The Chief Accountant contributes to the Mission of the Center and the Finance Department by completing accounting reconciliation and third party reporting in a timely and accurate manner. Responsibilities include gathering the Center’s financial and statistical information and organizing the information so it can be reported in compliance with the various third party agency regulations. May also be responsible for monitoring grant expenses on a monthly basis to ensure that the expenses are allowable by the grant and are within budget. Works closely with program staff developing budgets, which are submitted to various state agencies for program funding. Supports contract process including but not limited to: Vendor analysis, spend analysis, Bid preparation/tabulation, contract preparation for legal review.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in field of Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience in Accounting, Third Party Reporting, or a related field is required
• Strong understanding of general ledger maintenance and reconciliations
• Familiarity with third-party reporting requirements (e.g., CFR, HUD)
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments

Nice To Haves

• Experience with governmental or grant-related accounting is a plus

Responsibilities

• Completing accounting reconciliation and third party reporting in a timely and accurate manner.
• Gathering the Center’s financial and statistical information and organizing the information so it can be reported in compliance with the various third party agency regulations.
• Monitoring grant expenses on a monthly basis to ensure that the expenses are allowable by the grant and are within budget.
• Works closely with program staff developing budgets, which are submitted to various state agencies for program funding.
• Supports contract process including but not limited to: Vendor analysis, spend analysis, Bid preparation/tabulation, contract preparation for legal review.

What This Job Offers

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