About the Organization

Center for Community Alternatives (CCA) supports and builds power with people across New York State who have been affected by mass incarceration, criminalization and community disinvestment. Through a statewide network of direct services, advocacy and organizing, and by supporting the leadership of directly-impacted people, we advance civil and human rights for all New Yorkers.CCA works to build a world where everyone has what they need to thrive. 

 Why Join the Team?

At CCA, we are committed to fair transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive market-informed compensation. The successful candidate's salary is determined by the combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, and geography. Our goal is to continue to make CCA one of the most desirable nonprofit places at which to work, and in part, recognize the importance of work-life balance. 

Position Summary: 

Under general supervision of the Controller, the Junior Accountant will be responsible for general accounting functions including preparing journal entries, maintaining cash receipts, and bank reconciliations in accordance with GAAP and company policy. Processing complex accounts payable invoices including Amazon and credit card statements with multiple Program credit cards included, for roughly 75 cost centers. This position will also assist with monthly closings and support the Controller in carrying out the responsibilities of the Finance department.

This position will coordinate cross-functionally to expense program supplies such as bus passes, petty cash and gift cards. Serving as a liaison between Finance and program staff, strong interpersonal skills are a must for this position.

Direct Supervisor: Controller

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains the integrity of the general ledger including the preparation, verification, and input of journal entries. Prepare analysis of accounts as requested. Maintains a lens towards efficient financial management including optimal grant allocations to reduce overhead costs.
• Enters many AP invoices timely into accounting software and verifies that accurate grant-coding, GL, accounts and amounts are inputted.
• Imports, and records project-related expenses in the general ledger
• Assists the Finance Specialist with distributing, tracking inventory, and reconciling petty cash, bus pass/metro cards
• Monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and oversees clearing of stale checks
• Interface with Resource Development to ensure robust tracking and administration of donations
• Assists with month-end and year-end closings, and annual financial statement audits
• Overseeing the company credit card process with ensuring audit compliance and timeliness
• Consults with the Controller and Finance Team regarding major policy decisions, major expenditures and unusual problems. Identify and recommend operational improvements.
• Serves as backup for Finance Specialist
• Performs other duties as needed or assigned by direct supervisor

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related/equivalent field
• Previous experience in finance with non-profit grant-funded agency highly desired
• At least 2 years experience in general ledger accounting, or similar experience related to the duties assigned to the position
• Proficiency in software, such as Sage Intacct, Bill.com, and Rippling
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel including Vlookup and Pivot Tables
• In-depth knowledge of accounting standards and regulations
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Superb time-management and organizational skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical capabilities
• Ability to work independently and set goals in the frameworks of the department and agency
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with finance department and programs across agency.

At CCA, we are committed to fair transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive market-informed compensation. The successful candidate's salary is determined by the combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, and geography.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT COVER LETTER WITH RESUME.

• 12 paid holidays per year
• 20 days of earned time off (ETO) for full-time staff, with the ability to use it after 90 days of employment. 
• Time off is earned starting on your first day.
• 7 days of paid sick time
• 100% paid family leave
• 3% retirement contribution regardless of employee contribution, applicable to salary after the 1st 6 months of employment

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