Accounting Manager

Description

Independent Living, Inc., a progressive and dynamic cross-disability services organization and a leader in the provision of peer services in the Hudson Valley is excited to announce an exceptional career opportunity for an Accounting Manager. 

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership and analytical skills as well as the ability to multitask and meet deadlines. 

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

DUTIES AND RSEPONSIBILITES:

• Ensure that all cash is recorded and posted to accounts. Limit to no more than two (2) weeks cash posting to "unknown". 
• Complete elimination of the MISC and OTHER account and reclass current balances to a natural classification. Responsible for monitoring the non-use of MISC and OTHER accounts going forward.
• Timely preparation of all bank accounts with zero (-0-) differences. All bank recs must be completed within ten (10) business days subsequent of receipt of bank statement. Submit for review and sign off by both the CFO and Controller. 
• Ensure that there are no outstanding checks greater than ten (10) months old.
• Monitor and eliminate outstanding checks greater than one (1) year and send said amounts with a listing to "NYS unclaimed Funds". 
• Review and ensure the accuracy of the book balance in QuickBooks on a daily basis.
• Work with the CFO to create a better Cash-flow report that projects cash for a two (2) week period.
• Recommend improvements to other fiscal processes for discussion with Controller and CFO.
• Assist in closing books on a monthly basis – including the preparation of journal entries.
• Assist in the compilation of the financial package distributed to the Board of Directors and the Executive Director. 
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports to various funding sources. 
• Prepare deposits and associated entry into QuickBooks.
• Reconcile due to/from affiliate monthly to -0- difference
• Responsible for the bi-weekly payroll for two organizations (ILI and IHC). 
• Update payroll and accounting databases as needed.
• Prepare various reports related to payroll deductions and submit payments. 
• Prepare quarterly worksite report and disability reports. 
• Complete monthly reports for program managers/directors.
• Prepare step-by-step instructions for current tasks and assist with cross training of Fiscal staff.
• Assist with special projects as needed. 
• Other fiscal related matters as required by the needs of the position or to maintain the fiscal integrity of the agency.

SHIFT:

• Monday through Friday 9am-5pm, flexibility based on the needs of the agency.

PAY RATE:

• $70k/yr

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid holidays from the first day of employment
• Paid lunch break

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, preferred, with 2-4 years of accounting experience.
• Associate’s degree in accounting with comparable experience will be considered.
• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel. 
• Prior experience with QuickBooks and ADP required.
• Good analytical skills.