Contract Accountant

Jobtailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in New York is seeking an experienced accounting professional to oversee budget preparation, contract billing, and financial reporting for not-for-profit programs. You will prepare budgets, analyze variances, manage general ledger entries, and support audit activities.

The role requires strong Excel skills, CFR/SSOP familiarity, and collaboration with program management and external agencies. CPA is desirable but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Accounting.
• 3–5 years of experience in a not-for-profit setting with contract billing.
• CPA desirable but not required.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with CFR and SSOP reporting helpful.
• Experience with HHS Accelerator/Passport helpful.
• Experience with Great Plains Dynamics helpful but not essential.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees, management, and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and monthly billings for programs with program management.
• Prepare new budget proposals as necessary.
• Prepare monthly budget-to-actual analyses and monthly billing reports.
• Prepare and submit budget modification requests.
• Monitor expenditure variances and advise program directors on spending.
• Prepare program financial statements for funding sources or program management.
• Prepare supporting schedules and analyses for annual audit reviews.
• Review financial information for programs and report regularly to finance staff and program management.
• Record general ledger entries, including salaries, revenue, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare supporting schedules and miscellaneous reports for funding sources.
• Prepare year-end reports for audits, including salary reconciliations and bank reconciliations.

Skills

Budget preparation

Financial analysis

General ledger reconciliation

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Not-for-Profit experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

CPA (Desirable)

Tools

HHS Accelerator

Great Plains Dynamics

Job description

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and monthly billings for programs with program management
• Prepare new budget proposals as necessary
• Prepare monthly budget-to-actual analyses
• Prepare monthly billing reports
• Prepare and submit budget modification requests
• Monitor expenditure variances and advise program directors on spending
• Prepare program financial statements for funding sources or program management
• Prepare supporting schedules and analyses for annual audit reviews
• Review financial information for programs and report regularly to finance staff and program management
• Record general ledger entries, including salaries, revenue, and bank reconciliations
• Prepare supporting schedules and miscellaneous reports for funding sources
• Prepare year-end reports for annual audits, including salary reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and leave accruals
• Assist with salary details and schedules for CFR and SSOP reports
• Assist with supporting schedules for Uniform Guidance reports
• Reconcile grants, regular billings, and the general ledger
• Prepare bank reconciliations
• Perform other related duties assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or higher degree in Accounting
• At least 3–5 years of experience in a not-for-profit setting with contract billing
• CPA desirable but not a requirement
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with HHS Accelerator/Passport helpful
• Experience with CFR and SSOP helpful
• Experience with Great Plains Dynamic helpful but not essential
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees, management, and external agencies

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in budget preparation, financial analysis, and reporting within a not-for-profit environment. Proficient in managing expenditures, reconciling accounts, and collaborating effectively with various stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Budget Preparation
• Financial Analysis
• General Ledger Reconciliation
• Microsoft Excel Proficiency
• Not-For-Profit Experience

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Budget Proposal Preparation
• Monthly Billing Reports
• Expenditure Variance Monitoring
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Audit Support Schedules
• CFR Reporting
• SSOP Reporting
• Bank Reconciliation
• Grant Reconciliation
• Analytical Skills

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Skills
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Collaborative Work

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting
• CPA (Desirable)

Industry Keywords

• Not-For-Profit
• Contract Billing
• Annual Audits
• Funding Sources
• Program Management

Tools & Technologies

• HHS Accelerator
• Great Plains Dynamic