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About the Role

The Arc Lexington is seeking an Accountant to manage financial operations, including general ledger functions, account reconciliations, and assisting with audits. This role also involves supporting the financial administration of the Transitions program, including billing and accounts receivable, and interacting with families to resolve financial inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger functions, including account reconciliations, prepaid expenses, and month-end entries.
• Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Assist with audits and maintain financial controls and accurate records.
• Support financial administration of the Transitions program, including private-pay tuition and residential rent billing.
• Manage accounts receivable and payment processing for the Transitions program.
• Prepare and administer standard student contracts.
• Communicate financial information clearly and professionally to Transitions families and staff.
• Answer financial questions and resolve account-related concerns for Transitions families.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field OR an Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field with a minimum of three years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience with general ledger accounting and account reconciliation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work independently.

Skills

• General ledger accounting
• Account reconciliation
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Analytical skills
• Organizational skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Judgment
• Discretion

Location

• Lexington

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Minimum of three years of relevant accounting experience (if Associate's degree)

Education Level

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Salary/Compensations

• Competitive starting wages

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Paid training
• Very low-cost benefits package

About the Company

• The Arc Lexington strives to be the best possible employer, a place where employees feel valued, nurtured, and respected.
• Employees build fulfilling, meaningful careers while making a difference in the lives of others.
• Recognized with workplace awards including: 2017 - Best Company to Work for in New York State, 2022 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award & Times Union Meaningfulness Award.

Equal Opportunity

• The Arc Lexington provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status or any other status protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.