Accountant

Acacia Network; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Acacia Network, a leading nonprofit serving New York communities, seeks an Assistant Program Director with deep accounting expertise to maintain the general ledger and support OMH-funded program operations. The role oversees multiple departments to ensure compliance with agency procedures and regulatory requirements, performing tasks delegated by the Administrator.

Responsibilities include month-end closing, intercompany reconciliations, grant management, audits, and budget preparation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP and Uniform Guidance cost principles a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Experience with Fund-Ez and Sage Fixed Asset a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger accounting functions.
• Reconcile assigned intercompany accounts.
• Reconcile assigned accounts receivable.
• Prepare bank reconciliations.
• Prepare cost report schedules and reports.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and record monthly depreciation expense.
• Prepare and post monthly closing entries.
• Close-out accrued balance sheet accounts.
• Manage government grants as assigned.
• Prepare audit schedules and coordinate with external auditors.
• Produce ad hoc analyses and projects as requested.
• Participate in annual budgets.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Verbal & written communication

GAAP knowledge

5+ years accounting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Tools

Fund-Ez

Sage Fixed Asset

Job description

Are you ready to give back to the community while pursuing your passion? For over 50 years, Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond. We are one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, serving over 150,000 individuals every year. Our programs serve individuals at every age and developmental level, from the very young through our daycare programs to mature adults through our older adults centers. Our extensive array of community-based services are fully integrated, bilingual and culturally competent.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Maintain all aspects of the general ledger for accuracy, timeliness and completeness.

The overall responsibilities of the Assistant Program Director include assisting the Administrator of the Community Residences with the management and operation of OMH funded programs across within the Community Residence. The Assistant Program Director oversees the operations of all departments to assure that they follow agency procedures and operates in accordance with all regulatory agency requirements. The Assistant Program Director performs all tasks and duties delegated by the Administrator.

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain general ledger accounting functions.
• Reconcile assigned intercompany accounts.
• Reconcile assigned account receivables.
• Prepare bank reconciliations.
• Prepare cost report schedules and reports.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and record monthly depreciation expense.
• Prepare and post monthly entries closing entries.
• Close-out accrued balance sheet accounts.
• Manage government grants as assigned.
• Prepare audit schedules and work with external auditors.
• Produce ad hoc analysis reports and projects as requested.
• Participate in the preparation of annual budgets.
• Research with regard to appropriately recording accounting transactions with document support.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisors.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in business.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Knowledge of GAAP and Uniform Guidance cost principles a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Experience with Fund-Ez and Sage Fixed Asset a plus.

WHY JOIN US?

Acacia Network providesa comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance. We prioritize the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.