Staff Accountant

About the role

The Finance Department in Queensbury, NY is seeking a full-time, 40-hour Staff Accountant. This position is exempt and works Monday through Friday during standard office hours. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements, budgets, spreadsheets, and reports
• Maintain accurate records, reconcile accounts, analyze discrepancies, and support annual budget preparation and variance analyses
• Manage general ledger transactions, fixed assets, CIP projects, loan amortizations, and tax filings, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements
• Support audits, CFR preparation, and financial reporting projects, providing timely and accurate information to support organizational decision-making

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• A valid driver’s license meeting WWAARC insurability standards
• Minimum 4-year degree in accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly strong Excel skills
• Experience with Abila (MIP) accounting software preferred
• Experience with CFR preparation and familiarity with Medicaid billing regulations preferred
• Knowledge of auditing practices and principles, generally accepted accounting practices and principles
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, and financial analysis
• Organized, accurate with great attention to detail
• Strong analytical and computer skills, strong oral and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-year degree in accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly strong Excel skills
• Experience with Abila (MIP) accounting software preferred
• Experience with CFR preparation and familiarity with Medicaid billing regulations preferred
• Knowledge of auditing practices and principles, generally accepted accounting practices and principles
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, and financial analysis
• Organized, accurate with great attention to detail
• Strong analytical and computer skills, strong oral and written communication skills

Benefits

• Extensive paid training
• A variety of employee discounts
• Generous paid time off & sick time
• Group health & dental insurance
• Life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Pay

$65,000 - $70,000 annually