We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in New York, New York. In this position, you will play a critical role in managing financial operations for a non-profit organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting knowledge, excel proficiency, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct monthly budget reviews to ensure grant-related financial activities comply with organizational and funder guidelines.<br>• Accurately code and record expenditures in the accounting system.<br>• Prepare general ledger entries, revenue statements, and expense reports for grant reconciliation purposes.<br>• Post journal entries and generate invoices using Microsoft Dynamics and other accounting platforms.<br>• Maintain internal financial worksheets and produce full cost recovery reports using Excel.<br>• Create detailed financial reports for submission to funders.<br>• Forecast cash flow projections related to service income.<br>• Process and reconcile inventory transactions, including metro cards, food vouchers, credit card reconciliations, and cash receipts.<br>• Manage vendor payments, purchase orders, invoices, and utility cost-sharing statements while addressing inquiries.<br>• Review petty cash accounts and payment documentation for accuracy and proper coding.

• 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably in the non-profit sector.<br>• Proficiency in preparing journal entries and managing debit and credit transactions.<br>• Strong knowledge of Excel functions, including VLOOKUPs, SUMIF, and pivot tables.<br>• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and problem-solving skills.<br>• Effective oral and written communication abilities.<br>• Capacity to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.<br>• Familiarity with grants and their financial management processes.<br>• Willingness to complete an Excel and accounting assessment as part of the interview process.

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