Lead Senior Accountant

Lead Senior AccountantThe Legal Aid Society, the nation's largest and oldest public defense and civil legal services provider is dedicated to a simple yet powerful mission: ensuring that no individual is denied the right to equal justice. For 148 years, we have protected, defended, and advocated for those who have struggled in silence for far too long – working on the front lines and behind the scenes to offer the people we serve the exceptional legal services they deserve. Through our Civil, Criminal Defense, and Juvenile Rights Practices, we offer an unmatched depth and breadth of legal expertise to vulnerable New Yorkers every year in over 200,000 individual legal matters while also impacting millions with effective advocacy, impact litigation and legislative agenda. We are dedicated to blunting the impact of poverty on individuals, families, and communities.The Lead Senior Accountant reports to and works closely with the Accounting Manager in overseeing and performing day-to-day accounting functions. The Lead Senior Accountant supports the accounting team comprised of four staff accountants by ensuring adherence to internal control policies and procedures as well as accounting best practices. This position will also work closely with other Finance Department teams including Accounts Payable, Payroll, Grants and Contracts and Financial Planning and Analysis.Essential Duties/ResponsibilitiesGeneral Ledger Accounting and Related DutiesAssist the Accounting Manager in reviewing and analyzing general ledger accounts and proactively resolving inconsistencies under minimal supervisionAssist the Accounting Manager in preparing the monthly GAAP financial statements and supporting schedulesResponsible for performing a portfolio of monthly balance sheet reconciliations and preparing quarterly balance sheet binder for assigned reconciliationsTake part in the month end close and associated tasksManage accounting for the endowment and investment accountsParticipate in preparing monthly, quarterly, and year-end journal entriesParticipate in preparing 90-day and weekly cash flow analysisAssist in updating task procedures and documentation and in identifying process improvementsAudit, Form 990 and Ad-Hoc ProjectsPrepare various schedules and analyses for the annual fiscal auditPrepare various schedules and analyses for the annual completion of the IRS Form 990Assist with individual program audit requestsProfessional Development and Other Duties As AssignedParticipate in continuous professional developmentContinuously learn about forms of bias in the workplace and demonstrate affirmative behaviors that support an inclusive work environmentOther duties as assignedQualificationsRequired qualifications:BA/BS degree required, with a focus in Finance, Accounting, or related field.5+ years of related experienceExperience with Financial Edge, Vena and/or Oracle NetSuite preferredStrong Excel skills and ability to analyze large volumes of dataProficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related softwareStrong understanding of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Preferred qualifications:Master's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a related fieldNonprofit experience preferredExperience with fiscal, compliance and program auditsExperience in developing and implementing financial systems, tools, structures, and processesExperience with cross-departmental collaboration and internal communicationsDemonstrated knowledge of non-profit accountingKnowledge of best practices in grants and contracts strategy and process improvementExperience with cross-departmental collaboration and internal communicationsKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesPosition Based Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Understand when to escalate critical time sensitive issuesDemonstrate a commitment to quality, accuracy, and thoroughnessVersatile in handling multiple tasks simultaneously in accordance with highest priorityAbility to meet deadlines, which may require a flexible schedule, as extended working hours may be required during month-end and year-endExcellent written and verbal communication, problem-solving and decision-making skillsSense of professionalism, confidentiality, and a strong work ethicStrong analytical skills and strong excel skills (pivot tables etc.)Excellent time management skillsExtremely organized and ability to respond to internal and external requestsAbility to work well in a team environmentOrganizational Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Commitment to Legal Aid Society's mission to secure equal justice before the law for all New YorkersInterpersonal and communication skills that enable healthy and productive working relationshipsAbility to perform duties with the highest regard for confidentiality, integrity, and respectCommitment to Legal Aid Society's mission and valuesPhysical, environment, travel, and other duties required:Mostly sedentary, significant time using a computer and monitor; communicating and meeting using video* For positions noted as essential, this will require either remote or in-person work during times of closure or otherwise non-typical business hours which may include evenings and weekends and during unforeseen events such as inclement weather or poor air quality conditions.Salary and BenefitsThe salary range represents a good faith estimate of the range we expect to pay for this role. The actual salary offered may vary depending on many factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as collectively bargained salary steps for unionized roles.Salary Range: $99,000 - $104,000The Legal Aid Society offers a generous benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance, and more. Click here to read more about benefits.Higher Education and Loan ForgivenessThe Legal Aid Society is a qualified employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. This position allows an employee to take advantage of PSLF and other State and Federal loan forgiveness programs. Additionally, employees who are New York residents may be eligible for assistance from New York state to assist with loan repayments, depending on years of practice. To learn more, click the links below.studentaid.govhesc.ny.gov/loan-forgiveness-programsWork AuthorizationAll applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship for a work visa or permit. We are currently unable to sponsor employment visas or permits. (However, for citizens of Canada and Mexico, LAS will provide a letter documenting employment status that is needed to obtain a TN visa.)How to ApplyAll applications must be completed online via the career portal. We do not accept emailed applications. Submit the following documents as a combined PDF:Cover LetterResumeFor technical difficulties or questions regarding this posting, please email View email address on click.appcast.io Employment OpportunityAs an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, The Legal Aid Society prohibits discriminatory employment actions against and treatment of its employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived race or color, size (including bone structure, body size, height, shape, and weight), religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity (one's internal deeply-held sense of one's gender which may be the same or different from one's sex assigned at birth); gender expression (the representation of gender as expressed through, for example, one's name, choice of pronouns, clothing, haircut, behavior, voice, or body characteristics; gender expression may not conform to traditional gender-based stereotypes assigned to specific gender identities), disability, marital status, relationship and family structure (including domestic partnerships, polyamorous families and individuals, chosen family, platonic co-parents, and multigenerational families), genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or pre-employment conviction record, credit history, unemployment status, caregiver status