Staff Accountant

Reports to: Controller

Department: Finance and Administration

Type of Position: Full Time Monday – Friday | Hybrid with 2 days in person

Location: 111 John Street, Suite 770, New York, NY 10038


Responsibilities: 

  • Process accounts payables (vendor management and payments) and update weekly cash flow management
  • Process donations from various sources in tandem with development team
  • Process accounts receivables and pledges
  • Record business credit card transactions
  • Perform administrative tasks such as office mail, depositing checks, e-file storage
  • Assist in financial transaction pertaining to grants and restricted funding
  • Assist in maintain general ledger to ensure accuracy of transactions
  • Collaborate closely with staff across various departments on ad-hoc items and requests
  • Assist in year-end closings and ad hoc reporting
  • Assist in year-end audits and other reporting requirements, as needed
  • Perform all other duties assigned by the Controller

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting
  • 1-3 years non-profit accounting experience
  • Experience with recording donations (with and without restrictions), grants, and pledges
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills (specifically Excel)
  • Experience with accounting software (Blackbaud Financial Edge preferred)
  • Experience with real estate and construction transactions preferred but not required

Skills:

  • Detail oriented and proven organization and planning skills
  • Ability to provide satisfactory customer service to clients, vendors, and staff
  • Multitasker and ability to manage deadlines
  • Problem identification and analysis

Salary Range: $50,000 – $60,000 per annum, commensurate with experience, with benefits

Careers at Habitat for Humanity New York City and Westchester County are challenging, rewarding and fulfilling. If you are interested in bringing your passion for the mission of Habitat for Humanity to the organization, please apply by sending a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications, interest and experience to the Hiring Manager at humanresources@habitatnycwc.org

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With the help of thousands of volunteers each year, Habitat NYC and Westchester builds and preserves homes for ownership by low-income families throughout the region, creating a stronger and more united New York.