YWCA of Western Massachusetts is hiring: Accountant in Springfield
YWCA of Western Massachusetts, Springfield, MA, United States
Job Summary
Accountant – Full Time, Springfield, MA, US
Requisition ID: 2005
Salary: $80,000.00 annually
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Weekly Hours: 40 hours or as needed
FLSA Status: Exempt
Responsibilities
Safeguard the assets of the YWCA in accordance with established policies and procedures and maintain all data in the financial accounting system.
Maintain subsidiary schedules and assist with year‑end audit, program budgets and audits, financial and ad‑hoc reporting in accordance with GAAP.
Perform daily cash management: ensure operating cash accounts have sufficient funds, advise CFO of cash transfers needed, and maintain accurate/timely accounts payable input.
Run monthly aging reports to keep payables current, assist with monthly/quarterly billings, and enter and post cash receipts on a timely basis.
Prepare deposits to bank, reconcile all bank statements monthly, reconcile the Accounts Payable Aging Report and Open Item List weekly, and reconcile the Open Item List with the General Ledger monthly.
File reports by the end of each month, post necessary journal entries and adjustments to the General Ledger, and reconcile subsidiary accounts for the General Ledger.
Generate end‑of‑the‑month financial reports and reconciliations to confirm accuracy.
Enter and monitor program budgets in Financial Edge accounting software and prepare reports for program directors.
Liaise with the Supportive Housing Program property manager regarding monthly rent payments and security deposits/refunds, and prepare and post rental property entries in a timely and accurate manner.
Update program allocations on a quarterly basis, assist with agency‑wide annual operating budget, project‑specific budgets, and capital budgets.
Assist with the year‑end financial audit process, including audit schedule preparation, field auditor questions, and providing requested documentation.
Work with the Grant Writer to create budgets and/or project budget amendments.
Perform program audits for grantors/funders.
Maintain month‑end workbooks in preparation for year‑end audit.
Assist and support the department through cross‑training as the AP Specialist and AR‑Billing Analyst backup.
Keep informed of accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
Perform other assigned duties as required.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting with 2–3 years’ experience, OR an associate’s degree in accounting with five or more years’ experience in bookkeeping/accounting or equivalent.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and within a team atmosphere.
Bookkeeping and basic accounting skills.
Proficiency with computers, spreadsheets, word processing, and accounting programs.
Excellent communication, organizational, problem‑solving, and computer skills.
Access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
Must be covered by the agency’s insurance policy.
Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
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Accountant – Full Time, Springfield, MA, US
Requisition ID: 2005
Salary: $80,000.00 annually
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Weekly Hours: 40 hours or as needed
FLSA Status: Exempt
Responsibilities
Safeguard the assets of the YWCA in accordance with established policies and procedures and maintain all data in the financial accounting system.
Maintain subsidiary schedules and assist with year‑end audit, program budgets and audits, financial and ad‑hoc reporting in accordance with GAAP.
Perform daily cash management: ensure operating cash accounts have sufficient funds, advise CFO of cash transfers needed, and maintain accurate/timely accounts payable input.
Run monthly aging reports to keep payables current, assist with monthly/quarterly billings, and enter and post cash receipts on a timely basis.
Prepare deposits to bank, reconcile all bank statements monthly, reconcile the Accounts Payable Aging Report and Open Item List weekly, and reconcile the Open Item List with the General Ledger monthly.
File reports by the end of each month, post necessary journal entries and adjustments to the General Ledger, and reconcile subsidiary accounts for the General Ledger.
Generate end‑of‑the‑month financial reports and reconciliations to confirm accuracy.
Enter and monitor program budgets in Financial Edge accounting software and prepare reports for program directors.
Liaise with the Supportive Housing Program property manager regarding monthly rent payments and security deposits/refunds, and prepare and post rental property entries in a timely and accurate manner.
Update program allocations on a quarterly basis, assist with agency‑wide annual operating budget, project‑specific budgets, and capital budgets.
Assist with the year‑end financial audit process, including audit schedule preparation, field auditor questions, and providing requested documentation.
Work with the Grant Writer to create budgets and/or project budget amendments.
Perform program audits for grantors/funders.
Maintain month‑end workbooks in preparation for year‑end audit.
Assist and support the department through cross‑training as the AP Specialist and AR‑Billing Analyst backup.
Keep informed of accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
Perform other assigned duties as required.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting with 2–3 years’ experience, OR an associate’s degree in accounting with five or more years’ experience in bookkeeping/accounting or equivalent.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and within a team atmosphere.
Bookkeeping and basic accounting skills.
Proficiency with computers, spreadsheets, word processing, and accounting programs.
Excellent communication, organizational, problem‑solving, and computer skills.
Access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
Must be covered by the agency’s insurance policy.
Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
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