Staff Accountant

Talentify; Getzville (NY); On-site; USD 65,436,000 - 73,013,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Culture

Diversity & Inclusion

Trainings

Team Building

Retirement Plan

Student Loan Assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Horizon in Getzville, NY, is seeking a Staff Accountant to join a supportive, team-based environment. You will prepare monthly journal entries and grant entries, perform reconciliations, monitor daily cash balances, and assist with annual audits and ad-hoc finance projects.

The role emphasizes collaboration, strong problem-solving, and advanced Excel skills to drive accurate reporting and timely closes in a full-time setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas.
• Able to build relationships with others and collaborate within a team environment.
• Demonstrate strong critical thinking skills and an aptitude for problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly journal entries and grant entries to ensure accurate and timely month end close processes.
• Perform completion and analysis of account reconciliations.
• Maintain careful oversight of daily cash balances to support ongoing operations and monitor investments.
• Collaborate with finance team members to gather, organize, and prepare documentation for the annual audit.
• Assist with finance ad-hoc projects.

Skills

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you looking to work for an organization where you are able to make a difference?

Do you have accounting skills you’re ready to put into action?

Then you’ve come to the right place!

What will your day look like?

At Horizon, you’ll enjoy a supportive, team-based work environment. Have a question? There’s always someone there to help! We offer a seamless onboarding experience that’ll ensure your success in your new role.

As a Staff Accountant at Horizon, you will…

• Prepare monthly journal entries and grant entries to ensure accurate and timely month end close processes.
• Perform completion and analysis of account reconciliations.
• Maintain careful oversight of daily cash balances to support ongoing operations and monitor investments.
• Collaborate with finance team members to gather, organize, and prepare documentation for the annual audit.
• Assist with finance ad-hoc projects.

Why choose Horizon to build your career?

At Horizon, we don’t just offer a workplace—we offer a community where you can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Recognized as a Best Place to Work in NYS for 18 consecutive years and one of America’s Best Workplaces, we take pride in fostering a culture where motivated teammates collaborate to make a difference, every day. Join us and experience the satisfaction of doing work that matters alongside people who share your passion!

What we offer that you’ll love…

• Company Culture: At Horizon, we pride ourselves on cultivating an atmosphere of teamwork where all employees feel heard and valued.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to equity, racial justice, and equal opportunity for all, and strive toward this goal through the work of our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging department, frequent trainings, ongoing conversations, affinity groups, and more.
• Trainings, Trainings, and More Trainings: We have an entire team dedicated to your personal development and professional growth.
• Team Building, Connection, and Relationships: At Horizon, we’re more than co-workers, we’re a community. We support each other, celebrate our achievements and milestones together, and have fun together!
• Retirement: We know you want to retire comfortably and we’re here to help! Horizon offers 401(k) AND profit-sharing programs to make sure you’re set for the future.
• Student Loan Assistance: We help pay off our team members' student loans every month. One year after joining, you’ll have been able to pay off an extra $600!
• Paid time off and paid holidays!
• Horizon employees and their families (includes spouses and children up to age 30) are eligible for a 10% discount on their tuition through a partnership with Capella University.

What makes you a great candidate?

We can’t wait to learn more about you! Here are a few specifics of what you’ll need for the job:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required;
  • Additional experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas.
• Able to build relationships with others and collaborate within a team environment.
• Demonstrate strong critical thinking skills and an aptitude for problem-solving.

Location:

This position is located at 55 Dodge Rd, Getzville NY.

Hours:

This is a full-time, Monday-Friday position with flexible hours.

Compensation

Horizon is consistently evaluating our compensation and benefit packages to ensure we remain competitive. The range of pay for this position is $22.50 - $25.50 per hour ($47k-$53k annually). Starting pay may be impacted based on experience and education. Compensation adjustments are evaluated annually.

Physical demands associated with this position include:

• Sitting for extended periods, alternating between standing and sitting
• Mobility required with repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements
• Handling light duties, occasionally lifting objects up to 20 pounds

Horizon DEIB Statement:

Horizon is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive environment where dignity, safety, and opportunity are core values. We uphold principles that support autonomy and authenticity, creating a culture of accountability and collaboration that prioritizes well-being, drives innovation, and expands opportunities for our employees, patients, and communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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