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About the Role

The Staff Accountant assists in the preparation of financial statements, budgets, spreadsheets, and reports. This role maintains accurate records, reconciles accounts, analyzes discrepancies, and supports annual budget preparation and variance analyses. The Staff Accountant manages general ledger transactions, fixed assets, CIP projects, loan amortizations, and tax filings, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements. Additionally, this position supports audits, CFR preparation, and financial reporting projects, providing timely and accurate information to support organizational decision-making. The ability to manage multiple priorities is essential to success in this role.

Responsibilities

Assists in the preparation of financial statements, budgets, spreadsheets, and reports.
Maintains accurate records.
Reconciles accounts.
Analyzes discrepancies.
Supports annual budget preparation and variance analyses.
Manages general ledger transactions, fixed assets, CIP projects, loan amortizations, and tax filings.
Ensures compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
Supports audits, CFR preparation, and financial reporting projects.
Provides timely and accurate information to support organizational decision-making.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
A valid driver’s license that meets WWAARC insurability standards.
Minimum 4-year degree, in accounting.
Proficiency in Microsoft office applications; particularly, must have strong Excel skills.
Abila (MIP) accounting software preferred.
Experience with CFR preparation and familiarity with Medicaid billing regulations preferred.
Knowledge of auditing practices and principles.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and principles.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting and financial analysis.
Must be organized, accurate with great attention to detail.
Strong analytical and computer skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills are required.
Ability to read and compose business correspondence.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and external parties, in a professional and respectful manner.

Skills

Excel
Abila (MIP) accounting software
CFR preparation
Medicaid billing regulations
Auditing practices and principles
Generally accepted accounting practices and principles
Financial systems management
Budget management
Financial reporting
Financial analysis
Analytical skills
Computer skills
Oral communication skills
Written communication skills

Location

Queensbury, NY

Work Type

Full-time
40-hour
Exempt
Occasional evenings and weekends may be required

Experience Level

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting and financial analysis.

Education Level

Minimum 4-year degree, in accounting.

Salary/Compensations

$65,000-$70,000

Benefits

A positive work environment, focused on quality, professional growth, and development.
Extensive paid training.
A variety of employee discounts.
Generous paid time off & sick time.
Group health & dental insurance.
Life insurance.
403(b) retirement plans.
Tuition reimbursement.
Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
$0.50/hour longevity increase after 1 year of service.

About the Company

WWAARC is dedicated to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity

As an Equal Opportunity Employer WWAARC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other characteristic protected under applicable law.