Accountant (Part Time)

Summary of the Position

Under general supervision, this position is primarily responsible for coordinating accounts payable, daily cash and the support of the general ledger. The position will perform a variety of administrative duties on an “as needed” basis which includes accounts payable and general ledger analysis. The position requires moderately complex accounting work and a knowledge of standard bookkeeping procedures.

 

About the Organization

At the United Way of Westchester and Putnam (UWWP) we believe that WE ARE STRONGER TOGETHER and that it is only by being UNITED that we can change the world for the better.

 

In Westchester and Putnam more than 40 percent of households are living in poverty or paycheck to paycheck, what we call ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed). These are often hardworking families struggling to make ends meet and provide a better life for their children. But for these families, when funds run short, they are forced to make impossible choices between childcare, paying the rent, filling a prescription, or fixing a car. They are our preschool teachers, home health aides, and retail salespeople – workers essential to keeping all our communities and economies humming, yet who struggle to pay their own basic bills.

 

We achieve results three ways. First, by investing dollars or essential goods in programs with proven results. Second, by providing direct services to the community such as our free 211 Information and Referral Helpline, our Ride United Food Distribution program, our Education United free, bilingual Afterschool Program, and so much more. And finally, by fostering collaborations with community stakeholders, leaders, and partners to change the way we look at and solve problems. Every year, we collaborate with hundreds of nonprofit partners and governmental agencies, and our work positively impacts hundreds of thousands of individuals.

 

Our United Way has a $12 million budget and 37 FT and 50 PT staffers, who collectively generate almost $48 million in impact for Westchester and Putnam families in crisis. 

 

Our United Way has a purpose-driven, results-oriented, caring culture, that prioritizes the greater good, working hard, and getting things done, while building mutual trust amongst our teammates, taking risks, and having fun in the process.

 

Reporting: 

• Coordinates the cash, accounts payable, and general ledger reporting.

 

Accounts Payable: 

• Supports the entire accounts payable processing cycle from receipt of invoices and check requests through processing of check disbursements and maintaining vendor information files.
• Review invoices and GL coding to ensure proper classification.
• Perform a variety of accounting duties on an “as needed” basis.
• Reconciles General Ledger on a monthly basis.
• Assists with monthly and year end closes.

 

General Ledger and System Maintenance: 

• Participate in General Ledger input, maintenance and analysis.   
• Reconciles General Ledger on a monthly basis.
• Assists with monthly and year end closes.

 

Payroll and Human Resources:

• Administer payroll through 3^rd party provider.
• Process employee onboarding/offboarding is completed.
• Ensure employee PTO balances remain accurate.

 

Related Skills:

• MS Excel skills required.
• QuickBooks accounting software experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

 

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years accounting experience. Will consider an Associate degree with additional experience.

 

Other requirements: 

• Standard office work environment. 
• Ability to lift 20 pounds (file boxes, etc.)
• Rare local travel/use of personal auto to events within the regional area.

• UWWP is considered an “Essential Crisis Response Business” by New York State. Thus, during times of declared disaster, you may be asked to assist with emergency response duties as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

For all External and Internal applicants

UWWP is committed to fostering a workplace culture that values all perspectives, promotes fair treatment, welcomes full participation at all levels, and upholds the highest standards of respect and professionalism in all interactions. We understand that by valuing the visible and invisible qualities that make everyone who they are and welcoming their unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences we further advance our mission, support our communities, and strengthen our organization.

 

Any applicant that is disabled as defined under the American Disabilities Act (herein referred to as the ADA) must be able to perform the essential job functions as listed herein either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case individual basis.

 

Statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed and are not intended as a complete comprehensive list of all responsibilities, skills required for the position, or duties.

 

How to Apply

Please send your resume via email to Richard Moore at [email protected].  Please Reference “AP Accountant – Part-Time” in the Subject line.

 

Because of the sheer volume of applicants expected, no calls please.