AFSCME District Council 37

Staff Accountant

Based in New York City, NY

 

Job Title: Staff Accountant
Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
There is a permanent full-time staff position available as Staff Accountant in the Accounting Department working under the supervision of the Controller. Applicants must have knowledge of all accounting and financial applications including budgeting and taxes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and monitors budgets and financial reports.
• Prepares and analyze monthly financial statements including preparing journal entries, accruals, variance analysis etc.
• Participates in and reviews the processing of fiscal documents, claims, bills, financial statements, and the accounting for the receipt, deposit and disbursement of money.
• Examines, analyzes, reconciles, adjusts, prepares, and reviews reports and correspondence affecting various accounts.
• Develops, coordinates and maintains computer accounting procedures.
• Compiles reports required by management or governmental agencies.
• Prepare monthly correcting entries.
• Acts as a financial resource to locals.
• Advises management regarding taxes and accounting procedures.
• Monitor and deal with City agencies on membership data and check-off.
• Review and reconcile payroll, benefits and disbursement checking accounts.
• Prepare analysis schedules for fiscal year-end for independent auditor.
• Assist Controller on special projects including payroll, payables, receivables, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• College graduate with minimum 6 years experience.
• Must be computer literate (Excel, Word, & Great Plains Accounting Software).
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management.
• Must be an effective communicator with strong written and verbal interpersonal skills.

To Apply:
If you meet these qualifications, please send résumés and cover letters as a Microsoft Word or PDF attachment file via email (emercado@dc37.net).

PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS.