Staff Accountant (Hybrid NYC)

American Foundation For Suicide Prevention • New York, NY

3d • $70,000 - $78,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports the Finance department by performing more complex accounting tasks and ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting. This role includes managing a broader range of accounting activities, such as monthly financial statements preparation, assisting in budgeting processes, and helping maintain internal financial controls. The Staff Accountant plays a critical role in the organization s financial health, particularly in managing financial reporting, grants, and ensuring adherence to GAAP for nonprofit organizations.

Requirements

• Associates Degree required; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 4 -6 years' accounting experience in non-profit industry; must have knowledge of, and comply with, GAAP for non-profit organization and general accounting procedures and policies; must have knowledge of non-profit tax-exempt accounting procedures
• Advanced proficiency in using Excel for data tracking and reporting (to include power queries and pivot tables); experience using SAGE Intaact software
• Must be able take direction and work as part of the wider accounting team.
• Must be able to work independently when completing delegated tasks.
• Uphold and exhibit the organization s Core Values.
• Attend all mandatory meetings and training courses.
• Ability to work a full-time schedule and have regular attendance at the workplace.
• All other work-related duties as assigned.
• Ability to travel as needed to attend work meetings or events.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• experience using SAGE Intaact software

Responsibilities

• Perform complex reconciliations for all general ledger accounts, including bank reconciliations and intercompany transactions.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, providing key financial insights to support decision-making.
• Maintain the General Ledger by reviewing entries, posting journal entries, and performing month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements, tracking fund usage, and preparing necessary reports for grant compliance.
• Assist in the coordination of annual audits and ensure all audit requests are completed promptly.
• Review and process accounts payable/receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy and proper classification.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial information and insights into their budgeting and spending.
• Identify areas of improvement in accounting procedures and internal controls and recommend solutions.
• Assist in implementing and managing accounting software and technology upgrades to improve workflow efficiency.
• Maintain and improve documentation of financial processes and policies.

Benefits

• 22 PTO (vacation, sick, wellness and personal days) your first year of employment (5 additional days 2nd year)
• 10% employer retirement contribution after 2 years of employment
• Flexible Summer Fridays
• 11 Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees