Junior Staff Accountant

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Junior Staff Accountant works closely with the Controller to ensure compliance with GAAP and adherence to agency’s policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for collection of the agency’s Amex expense receipts and related transaction allocation recorded to Fund EZ;
• Prepare and batch cash receipts for deposits and posting of all cash receipts, and receivables including credit cards and EFTs;
• Assist with the monthly revenue reconciliation;
• Perform daily bank reconciliation;
• Prepare monthly end bank reconciliation reports for operating and payroll accounts;
• Prepare annual reporting for all 1099 vendors;
• Assist and support the Controller during audit season;
• Perform any other department or agency-related duties or special projects as directed by the Controller.

REQUIREMENTS

• BA/BS in accounting and a minimum of one (1) years’ experience in non-profit accounting.
• Knowledge of not-for-profit fund accounting software Fund EZ a plus.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively and communicate well with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies.
• Must be able to work independently and manage responsibilities with limited supervision.
• Good analytical skills; attention to detail with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office

Budgeted Salary: $27.81-$30.72 per hour ($50,625.00 – $55,921.00 annualized base); based on experience pursuant to wage scale in accordance with collective bargaining agreement

Work position is Full-time, Hourly/Non-Exempt

Work schedule is currently Hybrid; must be able to meet job location schedule obligations

All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status or domestic violence victim status, and other categories protected under Federal, New York state or New York city laws. Sanctuary for Families follows the requirements of the Human Rights Law including with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.

People of color, trans and gender non-conforming people, people with disabilities, and survivors of gender-based violence are strongly encouraged to apply.

We recognize that the safety, healing and self-determination of survivors of domestic violence and related forms of gender violence is at the intersection of racial, gender, economic, immigrant, LGBTQ+, and disability justice, as well as many other critical issues. In order to realize our mission, Sanctuary strives to center DEI principles at every level of the organization and continues to deepen that commitment.