Accountant

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

STRIVE is a national leader in workforce development solutions empowering individuals to discover their best future selves through innovative evidence-based career training and holistic lifelong support. STRIVE partners with employers funders and community organizations to close gaps in workforce needs and help local economies in East Harlem NY in 1984 STRIVE has grown from its roots to now offer programs in locations across the country.

For more than 40 years STRIVE has been a catalyst for economic change and prosperity in underserved communities. Our tuition-free skills and job readiness training one-on-one support and lifetime personal coaching prepare students for careers in high-growth industries such as healthcare construction and logistics. With a proven pathway to possible 80% of STRIVE students graduate 76% attain employment and 70% retain employment long-term.

Looking to the future STRIVE has embarked on an ambitious ten-year growth plan to increase its impact in more locations nationwide aiming to serve up to 10000 individuals each year by 2033.

We meet individuals where they are providing free programs tailored to adults 18 including those impacted by the justice system. At STRIVE there is always a path forward. See why STRIVE has been the pathway to possible for more than 40 years in our 3-minute mission video.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accountant maintains fiscal integrity by adhering to and reinforcing both new and existing processes in alignment with regulatory and organizational standards. This role is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations including managing Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) functions. The Accountant will analyze existing processes and systems working closely with the finance team to streamline workflows and establish standard operating procedures that drive efficiency and consistency across all financial activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness

Collaborate with finance team on all budget preparation (including the annual budget) analysis and forecasting

Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable (AP) processes including invoice review coding approvals and timely vendor payments ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures

Work closely with finance team to oversee Accounts Receivable (AR) functions including invoicing tracking receivables applying payments and following up on outstanding balances to support accurate cash flow and reporting

Provides documentation for the federal tax return preparation

Support annual financial audits and single audits (OMB A-133) as needed and ensuring audit readiness/compliance of assigned grants

Provide excellent customer service related accounting reporting budgeting and analysis including consistent accounting treatment of all transactions and timely accurate reporting

Prepare program and grant allocation worksheet and set-up in the system

Support and maintain all financial schedules related to revenue recognition inter-company balances rent accruals fixed assets and prepaid expenses

Reconcile general ledger accounts accounts receivable accounts payable and prepare journal entries for the monthly quarterly and annual accounting close

Ensure the completeness and accuracy of monthly bank reconciliations and create monthly cash flow statements

Process employee payroll entries in the accounting system review staff timesheets and ensure payroll allocation based on contracts

Reconcile quarterly form 941 to the GL

Perform other related duties as requested or assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree in Accounting required

Prior experience in non-profit accounting preferred

Strong understanding of GAAP accruals and prepaid expenses

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook)

Organized mindset detail-oriented and able to work under pressure and deadlines

Ability to effectively work with a diverse team working collaboratively toward solutions that generally benefit all involved parties

Nonprofit accounting and working knowledge of fund accounting software

Demonstrated ability to work in a changing environment

Discretion and sensitivity to confidential company and employee information

Maintain a high level of consistent work ethic and integrity in working relationships and all work-related duties

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to be both diplomatic and confident

STRIVE offers a rich benefits package that includes:

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Pre-tax Commuter Benefits Program

401k with employer match

20 days of PTO (pro-rated for part-time employees)

Sick leave

Up to $500 annual professional development reimbursement

Paid holidays (including week of Christmas)

Early closing each Friday during the Summers

And numerous additional benefits!

Location: This position reports to STRIVEs NYC office 4 days with one remote day. Occasional 13-day travel is required.

STRIVE considers applicants for all positions without regard to: race; color; religion; gender; national origin; age; sexual orientation; marital or veteran status; the presence of a medical condition genetic information or handicap unrelated to performing the tasks of the job; or any other legally protected status.