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We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to join a dynamic finance team in Jamaica, New York, within the higher education sector. This Contract to permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to gain detail-oriented experience in accounting and financial operations. The ideal candidate will contribute to maintaining financial records, processing transactions, and ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory policies.
Job Responsibility:
Perform day-to-day accounting tasks, including managing accounts payable and receivable, as well as general ledger activities
Prepare and accurately post journal entries under supervision
Assist in reconciling monthly and annual accounts, including bank and fund reconciliations
Review financial documents such as invoices, vouchers, and reimbursement requests to ensure accuracy and completeness
Support the tracking and management of restricted, unrestricted, and grant-related funds
Input and maintain financial data within organizational accounting systems
Help prepare basic financial reports, analyses, and schedules
Organize and maintain financial records to support audits and internal controls
Provide documentation and assistance during internal and external audit processes
Collaborate with campus departments to address routine financial inquiries and matters
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Internship or entry-level experience in accounting, finance, higher education, nonprofit, or public sector preferred
Familiarity with fund accounting principles is a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Basic understanding of accounting principles and practices
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks
Effective organizational and time management skills
Ability to communicate clearly and work both independently and collaboratively within a team
Nice to have:
Familiarity with fund accounting principles is a plus
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance