Staff Accountant

ccwny; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

25 PTO days per year

Health, dental & vision

Employer-paid life insurance

Ancillary benefits

FSA option

HSA option

EAP

403b retirement plan

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Buffalo is seeking a full-time Staff Accountant in Buffalo, NY. You will perform financial reporting, month-end close, GL maintenance, and analyses to support funders and programs across Western New York.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a nonprofit environment; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an associate’s degree with 5 years of accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• Strong understanding of month-end and year-end close procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• GAAP knowledge and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and able to handle stress.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed reports for funders.
• Maintain the general ledger, review financial statements, research accounts, and analyze financial records.
• Develop spreadsheet reports, verify information, prepare journal entries, and reconcile accounts.
• Prepare financial statements and reports, and assist with monthly closing processes.
• Analyze current accounting policies and procedures, and recommend changes for improvement.
• Respond to information requests, research data, and answer accounting questions.
• Meet processing and reporting deadlines, including month-end close.
• Perform analysis of monthly financial statements to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare month-end work papers and related schedules.
• Provide support with general ledger inquiries or data requests.
• Assist with year-end audit and interact with auditors.
• Contribute to special projects as directed by the Director of Finance.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial data and company information.

Skills

GAAP

Month-end close

Financial analysis

Communication

Detail oriented

Team oriented

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Catholic Charities of Buffalo is currently seeking a full-time Staff Accountant. This position will perform specific analytical and/or financial functions including financial reporting, analysis, month-end activities and completion of tasks consistent with department objectives.

Catholic Charities is a non‑profit human services agency that strives to empower individuals, children, and families across the eight counties of Western New York. For more than 100 years, Catholic Charities of Buffalo has provided hope to individuals and families of all faiths, backgrounds, and circumstances.

As the most comprehensive provider of human services in Western New York, Catholic Charities delivers wide‑ranging programs to address systemic poverty, sudden financial crisis, hunger, behavioral health, workforce readiness, family stability, legal immigration and resettlement, and help for older adults. As a trauma‑informed agency, we strive to support the total wellbeing of clients and employees.

Catholic Charities prioritizes wellness and diversity through various committees such as the CARE (Compassion, Acceptance, Respect for Everyone) Committee, the Trauma‑Informed Care (TIC) Committee, the Wellbeing Committee, and the Safety Committee.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed reports for funders.
• Maintain the general ledger, review financial statements, research accounts, and analyze financial records.
• Develop spreadsheet reports, verify information, prepare journal entries, and reconcile accounts.
• Prepare financial statements and reports, and assist with monthly closing processes.
• Analyze current accounting policies and procedures, and recommend changes for improvement.
• Respond to information requests, research and interpret data, and answer accounting and financial questions.
• Meet processing and reporting deadlines, including month‑end close process.
• Perform analysis of monthly financial statements to ensure financial information has been recorded accurately. Investigate and resolve any discrepancies.
• Prepare month‑end work papers and related schedules.
• Provide direct support with any general ledger inquiries or data support questions.
• Assist with year‑end audit.
• Effectively interact with outside independent auditors.
• Assist with special projects as assigned by the Director of Finance.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Ensure all company financial data is kept confidential.
• Some travel required.
• Project a positive, professional company image.
• Comply with the agency's compliance program, code of ethics, laws, regulations, and ethical standards applicable to your job duties.
• Adhere to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCB’s corporate compliance and ethics program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an associate’s degree and five years of experience in accounting; bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred. Must have at least 5 years of diverse experience in the accounting field, with a focus on auditing and financial analysis.
• Strong understanding of month‑end and year‑end financial close procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong multi‑tasking and organizational skills while coordinating many projects at the same time.
• Detail oriented and highly analytical a must.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Self‑motivated and team‑oriented with individual initiative.
• Team‑friendly approach and an upbeat demeanor.
• Must have the ability to handle stressful, time‑limited situations in a composed and professional manner.
• Can prioritize and stay on task.
• Accurate and self‑checking.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• 13 paid holidays
• 25 PTO days per year (pro‑rated based on first year start date)
• Comprehensive health, dental & vision offerings for full‑time
• Employer‑paid life insurance for full‑time
• Ancillary benefit offerings for full‑time
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option for full‑time
• Health Savings Account (HSA) when electing a high deductible health plan for full‑time
• Employer‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403b retirement plan (eligible after first pay period) with employer contribution after six months

Applicants must reside in New York State to be considered.

Compensation range may vary based on factors including but not limited to skills, education, location and experience.

Apply today at: https://ccwny.applicantpro.com/jobs/

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Catholic Charities of Buffalo is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Catholic Charities of Buffalo will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the business. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].