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About the Role

The Staff Accountant will support the Controller with day-to-day accounting activities, focusing on Accounts Receivable and other accounting tasks. This role involves close communication with internal staff and external organizations, managing billing and collections for various entities on Governors Island.

Responsibilities

• Generate invoices in the Yardi accounting system.
• Post daily deposits and apply payments to invoices.
• Generate outstanding A/R reports and update leadership on status.
• Initiate revenue collection and follow up on outstanding A/R issues.
• Communicate with clients regarding billing discrepancies and overdue payments.
• Record and develop tracking methods for other revenue entries.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure proper transaction recording and variance analysis.
• Support additional accounting functions such as payroll, accounts payable, and bank reconciliations.
• Assist with the annual audit and preparation of quarterly financial reports.
• Participate in special projects and analyses.

Requirements

• BA/BS in accounting or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of professional accounting experience, preferably in a not-for-profit or government environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with Yardi is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to follow up independently.
• Clear communication skills.
• Must submit a cover letter with resume in one PDF document.

Skills

• Yardi accounting system
• Excel
• Word
• Outlook
• Accounting software
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Independent follow-up
• Clear communication

Location

• Governors Island

Work Type

• In-person four days a week
• One day remote work

Experience Level

• 3-5 years

Education Level

• BA/BS in accounting or related field

Salary/Compensations

• $70,000-$80,000 per year

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan with company contributions

About the Company

• The Trust for Governors Island is a nonprofit corporation created by the City of New York.
• It is responsible for the redevelopment and operation of 150 acres of Governors Island.
• The Trust's mission is to realize the full potential of Governors Island for the inspiration and enjoyment of all New Yorkers, demonstrating a bold vision for public space.
• Governors Island is a 172-acre island in New York Harbor, formerly a military base, now featuring an award-winning park, historic buildings, and cultural facilities.
• The long-term vision includes expanding year-round public access with public art, culture, recreational space, and research focused on the climate crisis.

Equal Opportunity

• The Trust for Governors Island does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, genetic information, marital status, membership in an employee organization, military service, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, or other non-merit factor.