Opportunities for Otsego, Inc.

Job title:

Accountant (Non-Profit)

Brief Job Description:

Accountant (Non-Profit)
Oneonta, New York
 
About Us:
Opportunities for Otsego is one of 1,000+ Community Action Agencies across the nation that are actively fighting the "War on Poverty" based on President Lyndon B Johnson's ideal. Since 1966, Opportunities for Otsego has focused its attention on specific problems affecting the greater Otsego County community, mobilized resources, and developed solutions to unlock opportunities for low-income individuals and disenfranchised families.
 
Opportunities for Otsego is seeking a financial professional to work with the Fiscal Team to perform assigned accounting functions for the agency. The Accountant must be able to adapt to changing priorities, thrive in an autonomous and deadline-oriented workplace, work closely with other team members, and be willing to pitch in and help others wherever needed.
 
Salary Range: $63,000 - $69,000 annually
 
Pay Range Guide:
Standard Start Rate - education and experience meet job requirements
Advanced Start Rate - education and experience exceed job requirements (subject to approval)
Benefits available to our Accountant:
WORK/LIFE BALANCE:
Flexible work schedule within office hours
Possibility of one work-from-home day per week (remaining days in-office)
Health, dental, vision, and other optional benefits
Generous holiday schedule
Paid vacation and sick time
Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions on eligible plans
403(b) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Local, state, and national training and certification opportunities
Eligibility for our Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program (more information available via our website)
No Relocation Assistance Available
Most Important Responsibilities of our Accountant:
Performing accounting functions related to grant reimbursement submissions, cost accounting, accounts receivable, monthly, quarterly and year-end closing, and journal entries
Ensuring compliance with accounting procedures and requirements of funding sources
Reviewing in-kind donation documentation and posting qualified contributions to general ledger, and preparing monthly agency donation report
Administering agency wide payroll, as needed
Requirements of our Accountant:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent combination of training and work experience
One year accounting experience preferred, not-for-profit experience desirable
NOTE: new graduates who are willing to be trained are encouraged to apply
Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles for not-for-profit agencies
Knowledge of OMB Uniform Guidance; proficiency in computer financial applications
Valid, unrestricted New York State driver’s license preferred
 

 

Pay Range: $1,212.29 - $1,333.51 per week

How to Apply:

Apply using the application button on the official full posting linked above. For application questions contact jobs@ofoinc.org. Please do not call about application status.