Accountant (Non-Profit)
Opportunities for Otsego, Inc.
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Opportunities for Otsego, Inc. is hiring an Accountant (Non-Profit). Opportunities for Otsego, a Community Action Agency, seeks a financial professional to join its Fiscal Team. The Accountant will perform assigned accounting functions, adapting to changing priorities and thriving in an autonomous, deadline-oriented workplace. This role requires close collaboration with team members and a willingness to assist others as needed.
Key focus areas include Perform accounting functions related to grant reimbursement submissions, cost accounting, accounts receivable, and closing., Ensure compliance with accounting procedures and requirements of funding sources., and Review in-kind donation documentation and post qualified contributions to general ledger..
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Accounting. Important skills include Adapt To Changing Priorities, Work In Autonomous Environment, Deadline Oriented, Collaboration, Accounting Functions, and Grant Reimbursement Submissions.
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Accountant (Non-Profit)
Oneonta, New York
About Us:
Opportunities for Otsego is one of 1,000+ Community Action Agencies across the nation that are actively fighting the "War on Poverty" based on President Lyndon B Johnson's ideal. Since 1966, Opportunities for Otsego has focused its attention on specific problems affecting the greater Otsego County community, mobilized resources, and developed solutions to unlock opportunities for low-income individuals and disenfranchised families.
Opportunities for Otsego is seeking a financial professional to work with the Fiscal Team to perform assigned accounting functions for the agency. The Accountant must be able to adapt to changing priorities, thrive in an autonomous and deadline-oriented workplace, work closely with other team members, and be willing to pitch in and help others wherever needed.
Salary Range: $63,000 - $69,000 annually
Pay Range Guide:
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Standard Start Rate - education and experience meet job requirements
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Advanced Start Rate - education and experience exceed job requirements (subject to approval)
Benefits available to our Accountant:
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WORK/LIFE BALANCE:
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Flexible work schedule within office hours
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Possibility of one work-from-home day per week (remaining days in-office)
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Health, dental, vision, and other optional benefits
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Generous holiday schedule
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Paid vacation and sick time
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Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions on eligible plans
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403(b) Retirement Plan
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Employee Assistance Program
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Local, state, and national training and certification opportunities
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Eligibility for our Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program (more information available via our website)
No Relocation Assistance Available
Most Important Responsibilities of our Accountant:
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Performing accounting functions related to grant reimbursement submissions, cost accounting, accounts receivable, monthly, quarterly and year-end closing, and journal entries
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Ensuring compliance with accounting procedures and requirements of funding sources
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Reviewing in-kind donation documentation and posting qualified contributions to general ledger, and preparing monthly agency donation report
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Administering agency wide payroll, as needed
Requirements of our Accountant:
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Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent combination of training and work experience
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One year accounting experience preferred, not-for-profit experience desirable
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NOTE: new graduates who are willing to be trained are encouraged to apply
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Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles for not-for-profit agencies
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Knowledge of OMB Uniform Guidance; proficiency in computer financial applications
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Valid, unrestricted New York State driver’s license preferred
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