Accountant PositionHamilton-Madison House is a nonprofit settlement house dedicated to improving the quality of life of its community, primarily the Two Bridges/Chinatown area of Manhattan's Lower East Side. The House provides a wide range of programs and services designed to enhance the quality of life for all residents of the Two Bridges/Chinatown area and throughout New York City's five boroughs, including childcare, youth development, senior services, behavioral health, and immigrant and community services.We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accountant to join Hamilton-Madison House's (HMH) team. The Accountant will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial integrity of the company by meticulously recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering financial transactions.
This role demands a high level of analytical thinking skills and a keen eye for detail to accurately compile and analyze account information, prepare financial statements, and resolve discrepancies. The Accountant will also maintain and balance subsidiary accounts, reconcile intracompany transactions, and collaborate with auditors during external audits.ResponsibilitiesFollow procedures consistent with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP"), federal and NY state policies, directives, and accounting changesPrepare monthly and quarterly vouchers, food inventory, budget modification, program audits, and year-end closing for governmental contractsProject and analyze expense reports for program directors.Attend trainings and workshops related to programs.Prepare budget schedules for government contracted programs (renewal or solicitation)Assist in preparation and submission for CFR and CCRAssist in annual agency auditAnalyze balance sheet accountsProvide back-up for bank reconciliationResolve discrepancies and irregularities as neededComplete cross-training and other special assignments by the CFOMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required5 years of relevant experience in accounting, with a strong understanding of accounting principles.Knowledge of governmental regulation /contracts & budgetingStrong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.Fluent in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.Excellent financial analysis skillsHighly organized and detail oriented; able to plan, manage and successfully complete multiple concurrent projects with deadlines.Excellent interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills; ability to develop collaborative relationships with staff and pitch-in for colleagues when necessaryPreferred QualificationsKnowledge of FUND EZ accounting software a plusKnowledge of nonprofit accounting is preferredKnowledge of practices, rules and regulations applicable to the nonprofit field is a plusFamiliarity with the City of New York Health and Human Services Cost Policies and Procedures Manual is a plusCompensation: $55,000 AnnualHours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, 35 hours per week (In-Person)We have a strong and vibrant work culture and offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 3 personal days, and 12 paid agency-wide holidays.Hamilton-Madison House is an Equal Opportunity Employer