Senior Accounting Specialist

Jericho Road Ministries•Buffalo, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Jericho Road Community Health Center is seeking a full-time Senior Accounting Specialist in its Accounting Department, working at the organization’s 239 Lombard location. The position supports accounting operations for a federally qualified health center focused on caring for communities, advocating for systemic health equity, and advancing social justice. The role includes maintaining accurate financial records, supporting grant and contract administration, strengthening controls, and assisting with financial close, audits, budgeting, and reporting. The posting notes that a flexible 40-hour workweek may be possible within certain teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
At least three years of accounting experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP functions, complex formulas, and data analysis tools.
Experience with account reconciliations, month-end close processes, financial analysis, and preparation of working papers.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with operational leaders, program managers, external auditors, and funding agencies.
Strong understanding of internal controls and audit requirements.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Lead balance-sheet account reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure financial records are accurate and complete.
Monitor compliance with grant agreements, funding requirements, and restricted-fund accounting.
Prepare, review, and reconcile grant-related financial activity, including funding claims, reporting requirements, and recoveries.
Analyze financial data and recommend improvements to processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures.
Collaborate with operational teams and program managers to ensure expenditures are appropriately tracked, allocated, and reported.
Support annual and funding audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and requested documentation.
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes.
Assist with workpapers, management reports, and audit working papers.
Assist with the financial administration of grants and contracts, including budget monitoring, financial reporting, reimbursement requests, and grant closeout activities.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning as required.
Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives as necessary to support organizational objectives.