Accountant

divh2Accountant/h2pAn Accountant at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester (CCDOR) will handle multiple tasks with deadlines and provide transparent and complete reports to management in accordance with CCDORs Financial Policies and GAAP. This position requires a firm grasp of general accounting theory, techniques, and practices in addition to strong computer and verbal and written communication skills. The position reports to a member of CCDORs Finance Department leadership team and supports members of CCDORs programmatic staff and leadership teams./ppIndividuals holding this position at CCDOR should be prompt, detail-oriented, professional, and analytical. The ability to successfully communicate complex quantitative data to decision-makers is essential./ppEssential Duties and Responsibilities/pulliPrepares financial reports and analytics for various third party funding organizations in collaboration with programmatic leaders and staff./liliAssists with applying CCDORs revenue recognition policies in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for not-for-profit entities./liliAudits, analyzes and reconciles ledger accounts to confirm completeness and accuracy of data. Uses judgment to assess whether account balances are reasonable; examines accounting documents to ascertain that transactions are properly supported in accordance with CCDORs policies and procedures./liliCreates ad hoc reports as necessary to understand and explain agency financial activity./liliPrepares journal entries, when necessary, in accordance with CCDOR policies./liliReviews program financial statements with program leadership to ensure compliance with third party funding agency contract terms and conditions./liliFollows CCDORs internal control policies and assists with external audits./liliPrepares reports to comply with external reporting requirements, including the preparation of midyear reporting and forecasts, cost reports, grant request information and follow up reporting, for funded programs./liliPerforms financial analysis on an as needed and requested basis./liliParticipates in the development and preparation of budgets for new programs and contracts./liliPrepares annual operating budgets and financial forecasts as assigned./liliParticipates in meetings and training programs as required./liliPrepares assigned Finance Committee and Board of Director meeting materials. Attends Board and committee meetings as directed ;/liliProvides regional financial information to the Finance Department leadership for consolidating financial statements./liliMaintains a high level of expertise in specialized areas through continuing education, individual contacts, and attendance at meetings as directed or necessary./liliUnderstands and upholds CCDORs Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan./liliPerforms other duties as assigned./li/ulpNote: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory direction and perform other related duties as required./ppRequirements/ppQualifications/ppEducation:/ppMinimum of Bachelors Degree in Accounting. Bachelors Degree in Finance with requisite experience may be substituted at CFO discretion./ppExperience:/pulliOne (1) to three (3) years of professional accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Accounting experience must include oversight of financial statement preparation./liliExcellent analytical, organizational, communication skills and attention to detail required. Position requires strong Microsoft Office skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment within tight deadlines./liliMust have knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); must be proficient in financial/accounting software. Nonprofit experience preferred./li/ulpAdditional Qualifications:/pulliPossess excellent verbal and written communication skills./liliAbility to multi-task and prioritize duties./liliWillingness to foster agency, departmental and program wide cooperation and teamwork through use of positive/constructive communication techniques./liliProficiency and experience with computers and computer software applications, including but not limited to Microsoft office./liliAbility to analyze and interpret data and to handle problem resolution./liliPossession of a valid NYS Drivers license and a drivers record considered acceptable by agency and insurance carrier./liliContinuous use of a reliable, registered, and insured vehicle./liliAbility to travel in all weather conditions throughout the counties served./liliAdheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCDORs corporate compliance and ethics program./liliDemonstrate commitment to CCDORs Mission Statement./li/ulpPhysical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet./ppCompliance: Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. CCDOR considers all background check information in accordance with applicable law./ppTop Benefits and Perks:/pulliCompetitive salary and 403b retirement plan/liliGenerous time off package and work-life balance/liliComprehensive benefits package/liliSupportive and collaborative environment/liliOpportunities for growth and development/liliIntrinsic reward of truly making a difference in peoples lives/li/ulpJoin us and help make a positive impact in our community! Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet/p/div