Accountant Job at Progressive Staffing, Buffalo, NY

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  • Progressive Staffing
  • Buffalo, NY

Job Description




ACCOUNTANT (Permanent) Our client, a civic organization in WNY, is looking to hire an Accountant to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a resident of the City of Buffalo who is a self-starter and has a keen eye for detail. This opportunity is open to entry-level candidates and recent graduates.

 

Responsibilities:


  • Perform daily accounting responsibilities contributing to the overall financial success of the municipality

  • Prepare journal entries ensuring financial information is up to date and accurate

  • Maintain general ledger, conducting account reconciliations regularly

  • Perform bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy

  • Prepare financial reports on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis to support close processes

  • Participate in internal/external audits by generating reports and providing accurate documentation

  • Assist with Accounts Payables/Receivables by reviewing documents, ensuring accurate information and processing in a timely manner

  • Collaborate with senior team members regarding the development of budgets, forecasts, and conducting variance analysis

  • Ensure compliance is maintained at all times

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of government accounting standards and emerging regulations

  • Complete special projects in a timely manner

  • Work well in a team environment as well as independently

  • Other duties as assigned/as necessary

 

Details:


  • Position is full-time, direct hire

  • 100% in-office

  • Must live in the City of Buffalo or move to the city within 6 months of start date

  • $55,000 - $67,000 annually depending on experience

  • Excellent Health Insurance or Healthcare allowance, PTO, Retirement match, NYS Retirement Plan

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar

  • 1+ year Accounting experience; open to entry-level candidates

  • Strong understanding of GAAP

  • Proficient computer skills, specifically Excel & various financial software

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Excellent analysis and interpretation skills

  • Strong communication and presentation skills

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Self-motivated

  • Relocation not available 

  • Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available

  • All employees and applicants, please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: ;

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Live in, Work at office, Relocation,

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