Job Description

ACCOUNTANT (Permanent) Our client, an established non-profit in WNY, is looking to hire an Accountant to join their growing team. This is a great opportunity to play a role in making a positive impact on the community. This position is open due to a retirement, reports directly to the CFO, and has tremendous growth potential. 

Responsibilities:

• Perform day-to-day accounting tasks to ensure accurate financial records, including focus on debits & credits
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Process gift receipts, enter information into accounting software, and verify entries
• Contact donors if clarification is needed
• Assist in month-end close by preparing journal entries/analyzing account balances, making any corrections or adjustments as needed, and reconciling discrepancies
• Maintain general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy
• Review investment activities monthly and reconcile as needed
• Prepare pledge schedules while computing present values, reporting any variances
• Assist with preparation of annual tax returns
• Participate in audit preparation by generating financial documents and supporting audit staff wherever necessary
• Generate monthly/quarterly/annual reports outlining gains/losses for specific custodial agencies and trusts
• Collaborate with various internal departments to ensure the accuracy of financial information
• Streamline accounting processes by identifying any areas for improvement and recommending adjustments
• Actively participate in financial systems upgrades, ensuring efficiency
• Support CFO and Accounting team as necessary
• Other duties as assigned/as necessary

Details:

• Position is full-time, Monday thru Friday: 40 hours per week; direct hire
• Position is 100% in office, 8:30am-4:30pm
• $55,000 - $65,000 depending on experience
• Excellent benefits, 50% Healthcare contribution, 3 weeks PTO, upwards of 20+ paid holidays (depending on the year), 5% match on 401k after 1 year (whether you contribute or not)
• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 2+ years accounting experience
• Excellent accounting and math skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel & accounting software
• Great interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong organization skills and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated
• Relocation not available 
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
• All employees and applicants, please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites:  ; 

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