Staff Accountant

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The Staff Accountant will be an integral member of the finance team and responsible for a variety of accounting functions. The qualified candidate will work under the supervision of the Controller. A detail-oriented individual well versed in accounting principles who has the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously will be best suited for this position.

Please Note: This is not a remote job

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Possess a strong understanding of general ledger financial transactions and their impact on the organization’s financial statements.
Analyze general ledger accounts and perform account reconciliations.
Propose adjusting journal entries when necessary.
Responsible for grant management, to include collecting data from various sources, maintaining supporting documentation of grant dollars spent, and monthly grant invoicing to the State.
Maintain relationships with vendors to support the department.
Administration of our employee expense and credit card expense platform.
Assist in bi-weekly payroll to include maintaining the general ledger journal entries associated with.
Key contributor to internal and external audits.
Support month-end close activities.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and assist in implementing changes to increase efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
Ad hoc reporting as needed.
Special projects as requested.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Accounting/Finance or related field.
Minimum two years’ experience in accounting or finance – emphasis on general ledger accounting is a plus.
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Highly Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
Excellent analytical, organizational, verbal and written skills.

Benefits

At Center for Life Management we offer a robust benefits package because caring for our staff is just as important as caring for our clients. Benefits for benefits eligible employees include:

Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Flexible Spending Account
Paid earned time (3 weeks in year one, caps at 6 weeks)
Paid holidays (8) with bonus birthday holiday in your birth month
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 3% company contribution upon 1 year of employment
Life Insurance paid by company
Short and Long Term Disability paid by company
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance paid by company
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), accessible to staff and their natural supports
Company issued cell phone and laptop as needed for role
Scholarship for professional advancement
Mileage reimbursement for applicable positions
On the job training and continuing education opportunities
Rewarding and supportive work environment with excellent opportunities for career growth
Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
Flexible work schedule
Teamwork, teamwork and more teamwork!
The Center for Life Management has partnered with New England College to offer a Master’s Degree! This is an exciting opportunity for CLM staff to earn a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MS) degree in 3 years.

Who’s Eligible and What’s Required:

Must be a regular, full-time CLM employee in good standing for 9 months or more.
Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.
Must agree to a five (5) year commitment of full-time employment in good standing with the Center for Life Management (beginning from start date/year of Professional Development Program participation).
Participants must maintain a B average to continue participation in the program.
Cost of tuition is covered by Center for Life Management
Employee is responsible for applicable taxable portion of tuition remission Read more