Staff Accountant

Safe Horizon is an organization that focuses on providing support and resources for individuals in need. They are seeking a Staff Accountant responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records for assigned grants, conducting budget reviews, and preparing financial reports for funding sources. Responsibilities Conducts monthly budget review in order to effectively manage the financial activities of each grant to assure that all activities fall within funder and agency guidelines Meets with program staff on a monthly basis to review and explain the financial health of the program Prepares budget analysis and projections for cost-based grants and coordinates with program in meeting objectives for performance-based grants. Ensures that budget module is up to date and accurate Responsible for the preparation of financial reports for submission to funding sources Prepares budget proposals, modification and renewal budgets Establishes audit schedule and coordinates funder audit Prepares plan for corrective action, as needed Maintain complete and accurate grant files Process requests for advances on new contracts Reconcile receivables and income earned from public and private sources Prepare and process salary and otps allocation changes Train program staff on proper coding of expenditures and ensure proper coding of expenses Reconcile and close grants on a timely basis Prepare cash flow projection of service income Prepare cost analysis and projection for development fund raising activities Responsible for timely transfer of expenditures between funds, cost allocations and other schedules Attend professional trainings, including funder trainings in order to be informed of any changes in funders’ requirements Undertakes special projects as assigned Skills 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably working in the not for profit environment Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent relevant experience Strong oral and written communication skills are required Advanced knowledge of Excel and Word are needed Ability to work within strict time constraints and be able to manage multiple tasks at the same time is essential At least one year of previous grant experience is preferred Benefits Vacation Time Paid Sick Time Holidays Medical Dental Vision 403(b) Retirement Plan Company Life Insurance Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Assistance Program Commuter Benefits Program Gym Reimbursement Parental Leave Employee Learning Center Company Overview Safe Horizon is victim assistance organization provide support, prevent violence, and promote justice for victims of crime and abuse. It was founded in 1978, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is