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Chief Accountant

$70.74k - $74.03k

Center for Disability Services

Where People Get Better At Life!

Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.

The Chief Accountant contributes to the Mission of the Center and the Finance Department by completing accounting reconciliation and third party reporting in a timely and accurate manner. Responsibilities include gathering the Center's financial and statistical information and organizing the information so it can be reported in compliance with the various third party agency regulations. May also be responsible for monitoring grant expenses on a monthly basis to ensure that the expenses are allowable by the grant and are within budget. Works closely with program staff developing budgets, which are submitted to various state agencies for program funding. Supports contract process including but not limited to: Vendor analysis, spend analysis, Bid preparation/tabulation, contract preparation for legal review.

Requirements: Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in field of Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required

Experience:

  • Minimum of 2 years of related experience in Accounting, Third Party Reporting, or a related field is required
  • Experience with governmental or grant-related accounting is a plus

Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong understanding of general ledger maintenance and reconciliations
  • Familiarity with third-party reporting requirements (e.g., CFR, HUD)
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments

At the Center for Disability Services, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.

Compensation Range:

$70,744.75 - $74,031.24

Benefits:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Early Access to Pay with RAIN
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Center for Disability Services
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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