Accountant

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan

Generous time off package

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive and collaborative environment

Opportunities for growth and development

Intrinsic reward of making a difference

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester is hiring for a full-time Accountant position in Rochester, NY. The role involves preparing financial reports, auditing accounts, and ensuring compliance with GAAP for not-for-profit entities. Candidates should have 1-3 years of accounting experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in financial software. Key benefits include competitive salary, generous time off, and a supportive work environment aimed at making a difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of professional accounting experience required.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in financial/accounting software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial reports in collaboration with program leaders.
• Assist with applying revenue recognition policies according to GAAP.
• Audit and reconcile ledger accounts for accuracy.
• Create ad-hoc financial reports as needed.
• Prepare journal entries as necessary.
• Review program financial statements with leadership.
• Follow internal control policies and assist with audits.
• Prepare reports to comply with external requirements.
• Conduct financial analysis as requested.
• Assist in developing budgets for new programs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Microsoft Office skills

GAAP knowledge

Education

Professional accounting experience

Relevant combination of education and experience

Tools

Financial/accounting software

Job description

Job Type

Full‑time

Description

Accountant at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester (CCDOR) will handle multiple tasks with deadlines and provide transparent and complete reports to management in accordance with CCDOR’s Financial Policies and GAAP. The position requires a firm grasp of general accounting theory, techniques, and practices in addition to strong computer, verbal, and written communication skills. It reports to a member of CCDOR’s Finance Department leadership team and supports members of CCDOR’s programmatic staff and leadership teams.

Individuals holding this position should be prompt, detail‑oriented, professional, and analytical, with the ability to successfully communicate complex quantitative data to decision‑makers.

Location

Rochester, NY

Department

Finance

Employment Type

Full Time

Schedule

Monday thru Friday days

Salary

$65k - $75k

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares financial reports and analytics for various third‑party funding organizations in collaboration with programmatic leaders and staff.
• Assists with applying CCDOR’s revenue recognition policies in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”) for not‑for‑profit entities.
• Audits, analyzes and reconciles ledger accounts to confirm completeness and accuracy of data. Uses judgment to assess whether account balances are reasonable; examines accounting documents to ascertain that transactions are properly supported in accordance with CCDOR’s policies and procedures.
• Creates ad‑hoc reports as necessary to understand and explain agency financial activity.
• Prepares journal entries, when necessary, in accordance with CCDOR policies.
• Reviews program financial statements with program leadership to ensure compliance with third‑party funding agency contract terms and conditions.
• Follows CCDOR’s internal control policies and assists with external audits.
• Prepares reports to comply with external reporting requirements, including the preparation of midyear reporting and forecasts, cost reports, grant‑request information and follow‑up reporting, for funded programs.
• Performs financial analysis on an as‑needed and requested basis.
• Participates in the development and preparation of budgets for new programs and contracts.
• Prepares annual operating budgets and financial forecasts as assigned.
• Participates in meetings and training programs as required.
• Prepares assigned Finance Committee and Board of Director meeting materials; attends Board and committee meetings as directed.
• Provides regional financial information to the Finance Department leadership for consolidating financial statements.
• Maintains a high level of expertise in specialized areas through continuing education, individual contacts, and attendance at meetings as directed or necessary.
• Understands and upholds CCDOR’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory direction and perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• One (1) to three (3) years of professional accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Accounting experience must include oversight of financial statement preparation.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication skills and attention to detail required. Position requires strong Microsoft Office skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment within tight deadlines.
• Must have knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); must be proficient in financial/accounting software. Nonprofit experience preferred.

Relevant combination of education and experience will be considered.

Additional Qualifications

• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize duties.
• Willingness to foster agency, departmental and program‑wide cooperation and teamwork through use of positive/constructive communication techniques.
• Proficiency and experience with computers and computer software applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Office.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data and to handle problem resolution.
• Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s license and a driver’s record considered acceptable by agency and insurance carrier.
• Continuous use of a reliable, registered, and insured vehicle.
• Ability to travel in all weather conditions throughout the counties served.
• Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCDOR’s corporate compliance and ethics program.
• Demonstrate commitment to CCDOR’s Mission Statement.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Compliance

Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards.

Top Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan
• Generous time off package and work‑life balance
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives

Equal Opportunity Employer

Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet