Accountant

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 37 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.

BronxWorks is hiring one (1) Accountant for the Admin Program.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the month-end close process including preparation of journal entries
• Prepare bank reconciliation statements monthly
• Prepares daily cash transaction journal entries
• Reviews and reconciles balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis
• Assists grant accountants in providing information to funders
• Employs appropriate follow up to fully and completely resolve outstanding fiscal issues as they arise
• Works on special projects and perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting with knowledge of Not-for-profit accounting.
• Strong analytical and technical skills and keen attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and prioritize work flow
• Ability to initiate, prioritize and complete tasks
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Experience using Intacct software
• At least 4 years of related experience
• Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary
• Working knowledge of ADP Payroll, ADP Reporting and ADP Workforce Now.
• Familiar with payroll practices and procedures, local, state and federal laws

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.
• Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.
• Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required.

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org.