Accountant

Ccannj; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Ccannj in Newark, New Jersey is seeking a Full Time Accountant for its Finance Department. This role involves overseeing financial activities, preparing financial statements, documenting transactions, and ensuring accurate reporting per internal and government budgets. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. The position offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or a related field required.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in finance, business or accounting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial activities of a major not-for-profit organization.
• Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries.
• Document financial transactions.
• Analyze accounting options and summarize financial status.
• Audit documents to substantiate financial transactions.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to understand financial systems

Effective reporting skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking aFull Time Accountant for its Finance Department located inNewark, New Jersey.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Responsible for the overall financial activities and a function of a major not-for-profit social service organization includes analytical review of general ledger accounts and preparation of financial statements in accordance with corporate policies and generally accepted accounting principles
• Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information
• Document financial transactions by entering account information
• Recommend financial actions by analyzing accounting optionsSummarize current financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports
• Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents

SCHEDULE

• Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING ABILITIES & SKILLS

• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Excellent knowledge and proficiency in using Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Ability to rapidly learn and use the Agency’s data financial system to ensure timely and accurate closings of the Agency’s financial system
• Ability to work closely with program managers to ensure accurate reporting of transaction according to approved internal and government budgets

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or a related field required

1 to 3 years of experience in finance, business or accounting is preferred but not required

Please send salary requirements.

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INTERNAL APPLICANTS

• Please be advised that current employees applying to open positions within the Agency are required to fill out an Agency Internal Job Application Form which is available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in Outlook. Please forward the completed form to HR via email to the agency email address indicated at the end of the application form.

AGENCY MISSION

• Catholic Charities as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, participates in the Church’s social mission by recognizing the inherent dignity and worth of all people, especially the poor, marginalized, and vulnerable, and by responding to the corporeal and material needs of those it serves with sincere Christian compassion. The activities of Catholic Charities are inspired and governed by its faith in Jesus Christ, the examples of Sacred Scripture, and the continuing exposition of Catholic social teaching. Through these activities, Catholic Charities strives to assist individuals in need, strengthen families, and to have those it serves experience the redemptive power of God’s mercy.

BENEFITS

• CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees. CCAN is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.