United University Professions

Accounting Associate

Based in Latham, NY

 

Job Posting: Accounting Associate
Organization: United University Professions
Location: 800 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, NY 12110
Salary Range: $65 – $75k based on experience plus comprehensive benefits pkg.
Job Type: Full-Time/In-Person/Management Confidential

Under the general supervision of the Accountant/Assoc. Director of HR, this person provides assistance in general accounting tasks and is a member of the general support staff.

This position requires a working knowledge of bookkeeping procedures and accounting software and the ability to work with others; typing and word-processing skills are preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process vendor invoices, manage bill payments, and respond to billing inquiries. Assist with reviewing the bookkeeper’s accounts payable.

Month-End Close: Compile receipts for credit card statements and prepare credit card statements for journal entry. Prepare monthly statements for member donations to Vote/Cope.

Record Keeping and Chapter Support: Organize digital and physical filing systems for audits, tax forms, and daily receipts. Lead and review chapter audits. Prepare correspondence, special projects and research for UUP’s Secretary/Treasurer and Director of Finance/HR

Qualifications:

• Associate’s required, Bachelor’s degree preferred in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on bookkeeping or general accounting work.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and standard accounting platforms (i.e. QuickBooks).

To Apply:
Send your cover letter and résumé, with “UUP Accounting Associate Application” in the subject, to Tina George, Director of Finance/HR, via email: tgeorge@uupmail.org. We will accept applications through September 11, 2026.