Accountant

Description

Lifespan is a trusted, mission-driven, regional nonprofit dedicated to helping older adults take on the challenges and opportunities of longer life. We are a great place to work where staff can grow personally and professionally in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Status

Non-exempt, full-time (37.5 hours) Hourly wage: $22 to $24 per hour Rochester, NY (on-site)

Summary

Accounting position primarily responsible for the preparation of contract claim vouchers while monitoring spending as compared to budget. Also assists the Chief Financial Officer with several financial functions such as budgeting, cost accounting, cash management and financial statements.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and year-end claim vouchers to various funders in accordance with contract provisions and budgets.
• Monitor programs for over/under spending of contracts and variances from budget. The preparation of financial projections is often necessary.
• Inform Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer, VP for Program and appropriate Program Director of such spending situations.
• Communicate with funders and their auditors regarding contract spending, budget modifications and any other questions/issues that arise.
• Train Program Directors on how to read and understand claim vouchers and financial statements.
• Aid with the preparation and review of the Agency’s annual operating budget.
• Aid with the Agency’s monthly closing process and the preparation of financial statements.
• Aid with the preparation of schedules and information for the Agency’s annual audit of our financial statements as well as funder audits.
• Data entry into the accounting software of journal entries and revenue.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• Experience: Three plus years of accounting experience. Non-profit experience preferred.
• Skills: Excellent computer skills with proficiency working in Excel, Word and accounting software required.

Secondary Job Functions

• Perform record keeping, tagging, and physical inventory of capitalized assets purchased by funders.
• Assist with the development and documentation of the Agency’s cost allocations.
• Provide backup coverage for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• Experience: Three plus years of accounting experience. Non-profit experience preferred.
• Skills: Excellent computer skills with proficiency working in Excel, Word and accounting software required.

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Majority of work is performed at desk or personal computer
• Frequent use of calculator, copier and scanner
• Excellent verbal, written and telephone communication skills are required
• Ability to multitask while paying particular attention to detail
• Ability to work in multicultural situations

Benefits

• Vacation (21 days)
• Sick (10 days)
• Personal Time (3 days)
• Holidays (11)
• Medical Insurance (3 options)
• Dental Insurance (2 options)
• Vision (2 options)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account with company contribution

Pay

Salary/Hourly Rate Multiple factors will be considered for salary/hourly determination including, years of relevant service, skills required, education, and internal equity

Schedule

If working less than 37.5 hours, accrued time is pro-rated.

Benefits

• Accrued time is pro-rated if working less than 37.5 hours
• Open until filled