Staff Accountant

Christ Fellowship; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community organization based in New York is seeking a skilled Staff Accountant to support their finance department. The ideal candidate will prepare journal entries, manage reconciliations, and contribute to budgeting and audit processes. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 3-5 years of relevant experience are required. Strong analytical skills and collaboration across teams are essential for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of accounting and/or audit experience.
• Demonstrated ability to perform high quality, detailed work with minimum supervision.
• Strong people skills with a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly journal entries and perform reconciliations.
• Maintain and update financial data within accounting systems.
• Collaborate on the annual budget process and audit.

Skills

Accounting software proficiency

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Analytical and problem-solving

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative team skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage Intacct

Prophix

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Staff Accountant to join our finance team. This role supports the Finance Department by preparing monthly journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts and revenues, analyzing accounts and financial data, assisting with monthly financial reporting, participating in the annual audit, and contributing to the budgeting process. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, and a proven track record of enhancing financial processes and systems to improve accuracy, efficiency, and strategic decision-making.

JOB DUTIES

• Month-End Close & Reconciliations: Participate in the monthly close process by preparing timely journal entries, performing account reconciliations, investigating inconsistencies and variances, and ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and internal policies. Execute bank reconciliations with precision and perform monthly control activities to resolve discrepancies.
• Financial Systems & Reporting: Maintain and update financial data within accounting systems, assist with system improvements and special projects, and provide timely financial reports and insights to ministry leaders and stakeholders.
• Budgeting, Audit & Compliance: Collaborate with the finance team and ministries during the annual budget process, prepare and file sales and use tax returns, participate in the annual audit to ensure proper accounting procedures and compliance with laws and internal controls.
• Process Improvement: Support process improvements, develop and maintain financial policies and procedures, and contribute subject matter expertise on various projects to enhance operational efficiency and financial integrity.
• Team & Cultural Engagement: Actively participate in key events such as Christmas, Easter, and Christ Fellowship Conference. Maintain flexibility for occasional after-hours or weekend assignments.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

• 3 - 5 years of accounting and/or audit experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software and strong Microsoft Excel skills; experience with Sage Intacct and Prophix is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to perform high quality, detailed work with minimum supervision within assigned deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly.
• Strong people skills with a collaborative mindset, ability to work across teams and influence others.
• Collaborative team player with a proven track record of driving process improvements.

JOB SPECS

Classification: Full-time Salary (Exempt)

Reporting to: Finance Associate Director