Staff Accountant
Outreach Development Corp.•New York, NY
•Hybrid
About The Position
The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization, ensuring accuracy of financial records, and assisting with financial reporting and compliance requirements. This role plays a key part in maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, supporting month-end close, and assisting with audit and regulatory reporting.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required or 5 plus years’ experience in accounting
- 1–3 years of accounting experience (internship experience may be considered)
- Experience in nonprofit or healthcare environment preferred
- Working knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information
Nice To Haves
- Experience with nonprofit fund accounting
- Familiarity with: Grant reporting and compliance
- CFR or other regulatory reporting
- Experience with ERP systems such as Sage Intacct
Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger
- Maintain accurate and complete financial records in accordance with GAAP
- Assist with account reconciliations, including bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts
- Monitor transactions for accuracy and proper coding
- Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
- Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for financial reporting
- Assist in variance analysis and explanation of financial results
- Review invoices and expense reports for proper coding and approvals
- Assist with processing vendor payments and recording transactions
- Support accounts receivable functions, including invoicing and cash application
- Assist in preparing documentation and schedules for external audits
- Respond to audit requests and maintain organized supporting files
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements
- Assist in preparation of internal financial reports and statements
- Support budget tracking and reporting activities
- Maintain supporting documentation for grants and funding sources (if applicable)
- Enter and maintain financial data within accounting systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, QuickBooks)
- Assist in improving accounting workflows and internal processes
- Support implementation of system upgrades or integrations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
