Senior Accountant

MACNY's Job Board; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MACNY seeks a Senior Accountant to oversee accurate financial processes, grant accounting, and timely reporting for internal and external stakeholders. You will support monthly closes, budget monitoring, and grant invoicing while maintaining strong internal controls.

Ideal candidate has an Advanced Accounting degree and 5+ years GAAP experience, with CPA preferred. Proficiency in Sage Intacct and ERP systems is desirable; remote work is not offered.

Qualifications

• Advanced accounting degree required.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• Minimum 5 years GAAP experience including monthly close, audits, and accounting responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing State and Federal funding sources to include internal and external fiscal reporting.
• Assist Controller in design and preparation of grant and contract budgets for management review.
• Perform monthly budget monitoring and variance analysis for State and Federal funding sources.
• Assist in Month and year end close processes, including journal entries, allocations, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Provide assessment of internal controls by identifying risks, documenting processes, and recommending corrective actions where needed.
• Prepare and submit cost-reimbursable grant invoices, financial reports, and vouchers in accordance with funder guidelines and deadlines.
• Reconcile grant-related accounts, identify discrepancies, and adjust records to maintain accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations (OMB Uniform Guidance 2 CFR 200), state/local grant rules, and GAAP.
• Maintain accurate records of grant receivables, allocations, and expenditures in the organization’s financial system.
• Monitor and manage grant budgets, expenditures, and projections to align with grant agreements.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for funders, management, and regulatory bodies.
• Develop audit schedules, documentation, and support for annual audits and other required audits.
• Assist with external audit requests related to grants by gathering supporting documentation and coordinating information with the CFO, Controller, and program staff.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Grant accounting

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Communication

Team player

Time management

Education

Advanced Accounting degree

CPA preferred

Tools

Sage Intacct

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) seeks a Senior Accountant responsible for effectively managing and maintaining accurate financial processes and data including preparing timely reports for internal and external stakeholders. This includes the financial accounting of federal, state, and local grants, ensuring compliance with grantor guidelines. They deliver effective results during close and collaboratively across all departments ensuring all financial data and processing is accurate while maintaining confidentially as required.

Responsibilities

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. However does have self-ownership and leadership ability when needed.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing State and Federal funding sources to include internal and external fiscal reporting.
• Assist Controller in design and preparation of grant and contract budgets for management review.
• Perform monthly budget monitoring and variance analysis for State and Federal funding sources.
• Assist in Month and year end close processes, including Journal entries, allocations, accruals, and account reconciliations ensuring all data is accurate as required.
• Provide assessment of internal controls by identifying risks, documenting processes, and recommending corrective actions where needed.
• Prepare and submit cost-reimbursable grant invoices, financial reports, and vouchers in accordance with funder guidelines and deadlines.
• Reconcile grant-related accounts, identify discrepancies, and adjust records to maintain accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance 2 CFR 200), state/local grant rules, and GAAP.
• Maintain accurate records of grant receivables, allocations, and expenditures in the organization’s financial system.
• Monitor and manage grant budgets, expenditures, and projections to align with grant agreements.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for funders, management, and regulatory bodies.
• Develop audit schedules, documentation, and support for annual Audits and other required audits.
• Assist with external audit requests related to grants by gathering supporting documentation and coordinating information with the CFO, Controller, and program staff.
• Assist in Implementation and maintenance of internal controls for grant accounting.
• Maintain a secure database of grant financial documentation for compliance and historical reference
• Provide technical assistance to other grant accountants and cross-functional teams.
• Other accounting duties as assigned.

Remote Position

No

Min Compensation

USD $70,000.00/Yr.

Max Compensation

USD $80,000.00/Yr.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Effective analytical and critical thinking skills with strong attention to detail.
• Technical Professional knowledge with the ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable accounting laws, guidelines, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously while working together as a team player.
• Highly organized and delivers success meeting required finance deadlines.
• Proven experience in grant accounting, including federal and state grant compliance.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP standards and guidelines, federal grant regulations, and internal control frameworks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and ERP systems. Sage Intacct preferred.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.

Education and Experience:

• Advanced Accounting degree required. CPA strongly preferred
• Minimum of 5-years GAAP experience including handling monthly close, audits and accounting responsibiliyes

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to fifteen pounds at times.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Successfully pass background checks

Company Website

https://www.macny.org/

Company Profile

The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(6) association representing over 300 businesses and organizations across Central and Upstate New York. About three-quarters of MACNY’s members are industrial companies with the remaining members consisting of accounting firms, insurance agencies, law firms, financial institutions, and other service providers that support manufacturers.

MACNY members supply the region, nation, and world with a variety of products and services. Distributed across 26 counties in Central and Upstate New York, MACNY’s member companies employ over 50,000 workers.

For members and the community, MACNY’s staff provides a wide range of services, including training and leadership development, networking events, workforce development, human resources services, advocacy, energy and purchasing solutions, and organizational growth services and consulting. This portfolio is designed to provide members with the tools, information, people, and resources they need to compete in the global market.

MACNY employment practices and procedures and conditions of employment are administered without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic characteristics, medical conditions, status as a victim of domestic violence, veteran status, special disabled veteran or disability, or non-job-related felony conviction record (or any other legally protected status) including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, retention and termination in accordance with applicable federal laws.