Accountant II

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Accountant II to join our Finance Department. This critical role is responsible for supporting the financial integrity of our operations by ensuring accurate accounting practices, maintaining compliance with grant requirements, and contributing to timely financial reporting.

The successful candidate will provide essential financial stewardship by preparing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, processing grant reimbursement requests, supporting accounts payable and receivable functions, and assisting with month-end and year-end close activities. This position requires a highly organized professional who can work independently while maintaining strict confidentiality and accuracy in all financial matters.

 

Key Responsibilities and Duties

The Accountant II will execute core functions necessary for reliable financial management, including but not limited to:

• General Ledger Management: Prepare journal entries, analyze and reconcile general ledger and subsidiary ledger accounts, and ensure accuracy of accounting records.
• Financial Processing: Assist in maintaining financial records and ensuring all financial transactions are properly recorded. Support Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R) activities while maintaining accurate documentation.
• Grant Accounting: Prepare reimbursement request vouchers for contracts and grants in compliance with contract and grant specifications and funding requirements.
• Month-End & Year-End Close: Assist with month-end, year-end, and contract-end close processes for all programs and practices in an accurate and timely manner.
• Financial Reporting: Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and other financial reports as needed.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), government funding requirements, agency policies, and applicable financial regulations.
• Audit Support: Assist with independent auditor information requests and provide supporting documentation for interim and year-end audits.
• Customer & Vendor Support: Assist customers, vendors, and employees with accounting-related technical process issues and inquiries.
• Process Improvement: Recommend and assist in implementing new or revised accounting systems, procedures, and recordkeeping practices.
• Organizational Values: Maintain strict confidentiality, demonstrate cultural responsiveness, and support the mission, vision, and core values of Catholic Charities in all interactions.

 

Qualifications Required

• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in accounting, Accounts Receivable, or a related accounting role.
• Minimum of two (2) years performing duties comparable to an Accounting I position.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with Federal, State, and City grants.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required; or any satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the position.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), indirect cost rates, and government funding compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, and experience using financial systems, databases, or accounting software.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while successfully managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy when working with financial data and written information.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, written, and listening skills, with a commitment to ethical handling of sensitive financial information.
• Preferred: Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Valid New Mexico Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Hiring requirements include successful completion of a criminal records background check.