Revenue Accountant

Help USA•New York, NY

About The Position

The Revenue Accountant will be responsible for managing and maintaining billing and accounts receivable for assigned funders. This role ensures that revenue-related data is tracked accurately and that billing aligns with contractual terms and is submitted in a timely manner. The Revenue Accountant will collaborate closely with the associated Budget & Senior Accountant team members assigned to their portfolio. The Revenue Accountant will also work closely with the Contract Manager to ensure they understand the contract and ensure proper billing. Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the Chief Financial Officer or Director of Accounting as needed to support department goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting and government contracts management.
Knowledge in fiscal management and billing for government contracts; Federal, State, and City agencies, including but not limited to NYC DHS, NYC DOHMH, NYC HRA, NYC HPD, NYC OTDA, NYS OCFS, NYS OMH, US HUD, and US VA.
Detail-oriented and organized.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Understand funder-specific contract billing terms; format, frequency, and necessary backup needed to submit.
Assist with process improvement initiatives related to contract billing and accounts receivables.
Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of assigned contract billing.
Address funder inquiries related to discrepancies and correct issues to resubmit billing timely.
Ensure contract cost allocations match approved budgets and communicate allocation variances to the manager.
Prepare monthly financial reports and analysis narrative for distribution to Program Operations.
Maintain up-to-date records for billing accounts receivable and track collection timelines to ensure timely payments.
Monitor aging balances and prepare reports on outstanding billing and contract status.
Reconcile billing accounts receivable monthly.
Maintain data integrity by routinely auditing billing and billing accounts receivable information in the system.
Serve as a liaison between Grant and Contract Manager, Budget department, Program & Finance to address billing challenges and opportunities.
Ensure all necessary monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual reports are completed for internal and/or external stakeholders.
Work with the Budget department team members to request budget modifications.
Assist with any funder audits.