Senior Staff Accountant

We are seeking an organized and detailed full-time Senior Staff Accountant with a can-do attitude that can work in a high paced environment to join our team. This person will interface with fellow JCC staffers and members and therefore must be articulate and comfortable with phone and in-person communications.

Our ideal candidate will be an organized self-starter with a strong commitment to accuracy, have a willingness to focus on the details and completeness of processes, and want to contribute to a high-functioning, fast-paced team. He/she/they will be responsible for performing day to day financial transactions, including the timely and accurate preparation of financial accounting data in a variety of areas. This position is in Nassau County (East Hills), Long Island.

How You’ll Help Us Be Successful:Prepare and post general ledger entries

• Reconcile bank statements
• Assist in year-end audit and quarterly financial reviews
• Build and maintain reports utilizing Great Plains accounting software and spreadsheets
• Assist in creating the yearly budget and reprojections
• Maintain general ledger and prepare monthly AR aging reports for all depts.
• Generate ad-hoc reports as requested both internally and for other departments
• Perform year to year and budget to actual variance analysis including written explanations
• Act as backup to department team members for various functions (A/R, A/P, etc.)
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and create reclass journal entries when necessary
• Track data in regards to grants and pledges
• Prepare and ensure accuracy of financial reports
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

What You’ll Need to Be Successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products, particularly Excel and Word
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills required
• Detail oriented
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains a plus
• Ability to multi-task and manage tight deadlines