Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Insero Talent Solutions

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at a well-respected non-profit organization, located in Rochester, NY. This organization focuses on its mission within the community. The Staff Accountant role is crucial for assisting in the accurate accumulation and consolidation of all financial data, ensuring precise reporting of business results, and maintaining the integrity of the general ledger. This position directly supports the organization’s financial health and compliance.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area
• Mission: Owns the accuracy and integrity of financial data, general ledger reporting, and compliance for a non-profit.
• Tech Stack: Accounting software and programs

What You’ll Actually Do
• Reporting: Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations to ensure accurate account balances.
• Compliance: Assist with the Consolidated Fiscal Report, 990s, other government reports, and complete 1099s timely and accurately.
• Analysis: Provide explanations for fluctuations in financial results through variance analysis.
• Cash Management: Maintain accurate cash balances, record daily activity, and send positive pay files to the bank.
• Audits & Budgets: Assist with external audits and the preparation of agency budgets and forecasts.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field required; suitable for entry-level candidates.
• Experience: No experience is required, with new graduates welcome to apply.
• Skills: Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; excellent time management and organization skills; fundamental understanding of GAAP.
• Bonus: 1+ years of accounting experience preferred.