The Arc New York Hiring for Accountant Job at Latham, NY Full Time

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position will report to the Chief Financial Officer and will support the financial operations of both the State Office and our regional chapters across NYSARC. The role will primarily focus on ongoing financial operations (payables/receivables) and reporting cycles within the State Office along with supporting role for payroll and treasury functions. Additionally, the position will support broader financial data collection and reporting requirements at the corporate level.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for processing all accounts receivable and accounts payable, partnering with team members in monitoring contract status and net terms
• Complete monthly analysis and transactions for various financial fees and assessments
• Generate payment invoices as required
• Maintain verbal and written lines of communication with NYSARC stakeholders, operating chapters, partners and vendors
• Serve as payroll administrator, reporting and tracking all monthly employee time accruals
• Serve as backup for the Senior Accountant’s role to initiate and reconcile ACH funding and disbursements relating to DASNY bond financing. Support Tax-Exempt Leasing Program (TELP), KeyBank special loan program, and NYSARC Workers Compensation programs
• Partner with accounting team to support any general ledger entries, audit and financial reporting requirements as requested, including calculation of annual chapter bond balances

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge: Solid knowledge of accounting and financial processes. Ability to navigate the AR/AP transaction process and reporting requirements

Skills: Requires strong organizational and multi-tasking skills. Proficiency needed in Microsoft Office applications, particularly modeling and analysis in Excel. Also requires excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to apply analytical skills to financial transactions.

Personal Attributes: Able to work in a collaborative, open team environment, with strong the ability to understand verbal and written instructions. Position requires the highest level of integrity and professionalism in all interactions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A.A.S or B.S. in Accounting preferred
• Experience with AR/AP and general ledger transactions
• 1-3 years of experience; prior NYSARC work experience a plus
• Excellent computer skills, particularly with Excel and MS Office products

CERTIFICATION

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Please share your desired salary range.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
• Payroll: 1 year (Preferred)
• Accounts payable: 1 year (Preferred)
• Accounts receivable: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location