Grant Accounting Staff Accountant - Financial Close & Reporting

Vaco; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Vaco in Newark, NJ is seeking a Staff Accountant to support grant accounting, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations. The role requires meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines.

The successful candidate will maintain grant records, perform bank reconciliations, assist with AP/AR, prepare journal entries, and support month-end close processes. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least 1 year of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• At least 1 year of Staff Accounting experience.
• Familiarity with grant accounting and financial reporting preferred.
• Knowledge of bank reconciliations, AP/AR, journal entries, and month-end close.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, takes initiative, and works independently or as part of a team.

Responsabilités

• Maintain grant-related financial records and prepare reports for state and federal funders.
• Perform bank reconciliations and assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare journal entries and support month-end closing activities.
• Assist with audits and provide supporting financial documentation.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy and proper recording.
• Identify discrepancies, resolve accounting issues, and recommend process improvements.

Connaissances

Grant accounting

Financial reporting

Bank reconciliations

AP/AR

Journal entries

Month-end close

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Description du poste

Vaco in Newark, NJ is seeking a Staff Accountant to support grant accounting, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations. The role requires meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines.

The successful candidate will maintain grant records, perform bank reconciliations, assist with AP/AR, prepare journal entries, and support month-end close processes. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least 1 year of experience are preferred.