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Senior Accountant

Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood CenterNewark, NJ
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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

Position Summary

Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the organization’s accounting operations and financial reporting across multiple program sites and funding sources. This position reports to the Controller and plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the monthly close process, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit and grant accounting requirements.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, process-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the monthly close process, including journal entries and account reconciliations
  • Oversee accounts payable, general ledger activity, and financial documentation
  • Ensure accurate tracking of expenses by program, funding source, and location
  • Prepare and review monthly financial reports
  • Assist with expense tracking and coding across programs and funding sources.
  • Maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures
  • Support annual audit preparation and financial documentation requests
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and financial processes

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of accounting experience
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
  • Experience managing month-end close and general ledger accounting
  • Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel; experience with MIP Fund Accounting or similar nonprofit fund accounting systems strongly preferred
  • Nonprofit or grant accounting experience strongly preferred

Benefits

Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc. offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, employer-paid life insurance, retirement savings with employer match, paid time off, holidays, and professional development opportunities.

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What is the work location for this position at Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center?
This job at Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center is located in Newark, NJ, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center?
Employer has not shared pay details for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center?
Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center?
Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center for this role?
Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Career Development, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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