Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant The staff accountant will possess a comprehensive understanding of accounting processes, internal controls and have automated accounting system experience. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the staff accountant will be a member of the finance team, lending support in the daily tasks necessary to produce monthly financial statements for The Business Council of New York State, Inc. (TBC), a 501(c)(6) organization and its subsidiaries and affiliates.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with one or more years of recent accounting experience preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to effectively prioritize workload to meet deadlines, strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with a strong concentration in Excel spreadsheets. Knowledge of Great Plains accounting software is a plus. Experience with association management platforms, Protech preferred. Highly organized self-starter with strong project management skills. Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices. Exempt, full-time position (in office at least four days a week and one day per week remote).

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Review general ledger accounts, perform account analysis and reconciliation. Complete reconciliations for assigned asset and liability accounts, including cash, prepaids, accounts receivable, accounts payable and intercompany general ledger accounts. Create spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel and upload monthly journal entries in Great Plains accounting software. Manage all aspects of membership invoicing, including invoice creation, distribution via mail and email, and utilization of members’ online platforms. Communicate with members to address account inquiries and manage dues collection. Ensure accurate tracking of dues collections through daily and weekly reconciliations and provide timely reporting to various departments. Process daily cash receipts, including reviewing and recording dues payments into the membership system, running reports and accurate filing. Accounts payable function for TBC affiliates and subsidiaries; including research, coding, data entry, production of checks and accurate filing. Assist in preparation for the annual audit. Assist with yearly 1099 preparation. Follow accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. Support the CFO with special projects and workflow process improvements; any other duties as assigned by the CFO or Director of Finance.

PSYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Ability to use a keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment. Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, meeting materials).

BENEFITS:

Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Worksite Programs Generous Paid Time Off Policy Company Paid Holidays 401(k) Employee Assistance Program 401(k) matching Flexible spending account Life insurance Paid time off Work Location: In person Job Type: Full-time Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year #J-18808-Ljbffr The Business Council of New York State, Inc.