Financial Accountant

Dayforce•Williamsville, NY

8d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Performs accounting & analysis for all related entities of the Agency including, but not limited to, general ledger coding, expense analysis, & budget variance research and reports. Prepares bank and investment reconciliation for the Agency and affiliates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with major in accounting or related field OR
Associate’s degree in accounting or related field plus (3) yrs. direct experience OR
General business skills, sound accounting knowledge, and analytical ability are essential for this position
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or another related field with one year of experience/internship. OR
Associate’s Degree in Accounting or another related field with three years direct experience.
General business skill, sound accounting knowledge, and analytical ability are essential for this position. Knowledge of financial accounting and record keeping practices; knowledge of accounting terminology, procedures and equipment; ability to follow oral and written directions and accurately prepare correspondence, reports and other materials from general directions; good judgment in financial record keeping procedures; ability to maintain confidentiality of records
The ability to read, write, analyze, be perceptive/comprehensive, show good judgment, have good math &, decision making skills, independent action, planning & prioritizing and follow directions. Work independently as well as cooperatively with others. Be approachable, enthusiastic, personable, work under pressure and meet job-related deadlines accordingly.
The ability to communicate with individuals in a positive manner, demonstrate the ability to be a leader and serve as an appropriate role model to staff members. Receive supervision instruction in a positive manner. Adhere to and administer Agency’s policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
The ability to operate business equipment; telephones, fax machines, computer hardware and software, including applications and programming, copiers, calculators, etc.

Responsibilities

Preparing bank and investment reconciliation for the Agency and affiliates
Responsible for the preparation of periodic account reconciliations for various Agency balance sheet accounts
Working w/ grant and department staff on creating grant budgets, billings and reconciliations
Preparing & submitting HUD annual budgets, monthly HAP vouchers, Annual REAC filings
Ensure agency allocation align with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
Performs various accounting functions for agency’s related entities; including but not limited to account reconciliations, budgets, and prepaids.
Reviews and formats payroll reports to meet management, funding source, and accounting software specifications.
Works with the payroll department to ensure accurate and timely entry into the accounting software and reconcile payroll activity with bank activity.
Prepares and participates in annual audit schedules for Agency’s related entities and for the Agency as requested.
Responsible for monitoring projects/fixed assets accounts to ensure timely entry into the Fixed Asset module and accounting software. Maintains reconciliation schedules and completes monthly depreciation entries.
Performs financial expense analysis and investigation.
Responsible for completing monthly bank reconciliation for all agency accounts and affiliates.
Assists Senior Financial Analyst and Financial Analyst with budget and CFR preparation.
Maintains prepaid schedules
Manages mileage reports and employee reimbursements
Performs other duties as assigned