Junior Accountant
About The Position
Project ReDirect, Inc. (PRD), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit human services organization providing residential services, community-based programming, and emergency and transitional housing, is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Accountant for its New York City financial operations team supporting the Integrated Support Hotel Program. The role assists with daily accounting activities, accounts payable and receivable, financial reconciliations, government contract invoicing, budget monitoring, and financial reporting. The Junior Accountant maintains accurate financial records, supports monthly and year-end processes, prepares Passport system invoices, processes payment and revenue records, monitors program budgets, and helps prepare financial reports. The role also supports audits and compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and organizational policies, while maintaining confidentiality of financial information.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Zero to two years of accounting experience; relevant internships will be considered.
- Working knowledge of QuickBooks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial spreadsheets.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in nonprofit accounting or government-funded human services programs.
- Familiarity with New York City government contract invoicing and the Passport system.
- Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
- Understanding of nonprofit fund accounting and program-specific expense allocations.
- Experience supporting multiple programs, locations, or cost centers.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and timely financial transactions in QuickBooks and financial records across assigned programs and cost centers.
- Perform monthly bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations.
- Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Review accounting records for accuracy, completeness, and proper expense classification; identify discrepancies and coordinate resolution with the Finance Director or Controller.
- Prepare and enter monthly invoicing information into the Passport system, verify supporting documentation, reconcile invoices with QuickBooks and internal reports, and monitor deadlines.
- Coordinate with program directors and administrative personnel to obtain invoicing documentation and help track government contract receivables and billing discrepancies.
- Review, code, and process vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements.
- Assist with check payments, ACH transactions, and wire transfer documentation; maintain vendor payment records and supporting documentation.
- Record incoming payments, contract reimbursements, and other revenue; monitor outstanding payables and receivables and report discrepancies.
- Ensure transactions comply with internal controls and approval procedures.
- Assist with monthly budget-versus-actual reports, track expenditures by program, contract, and cost center, and support expense allocation across government-funded programs.
- Help prepare financial schedules and management reports; identify unusual spending patterns or budget variances for management review.
- Support timely and accurate financial reporting for the New York Division.
- Maintain organized, accurate, and audit-ready accounting records and assist with annual independent audits and financial compliance reviews.
- Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for government funding agencies.
- Support compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and organizational policies.
- Maintain confidentiality of employee, vendor, client, and organizational financial information.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
