Junior Accountant

Summary of Description:
The Finance Department of the Diocese of Rockville Centre is currently seeking a Junior Accountant to work in the Finance Department on-site and remotely Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. The Junior Accountant reports directly to the Assistant Controller and will be an organized and detail-oriented professional. Strong MS Excel and Word skills are required, as well as the ability to balance multiple tasks and adhere to deadlines.

Primary Responsibilities:
•Prepare various balance sheet account analyses for assigned areas, on a monthly basis, including but not limited to bank reconciliations, fixed assets, prepaid assets, accruals, and other liabilities.
•Assist team with month-end close process, which includes recording a variety of journal entries throughout the month.
•Fixed asset reporting including maintenance of fixed asset ledger including placing assets into service, retiring assets, and calculating/recording depreciation.
•Assist with intercompany reconciliations and preparation of related intercompany transfer documentation.
•Assist with cash management functions including inputting balances for electronic transfers.
•Assist with preparation of year-end schedules to support annual financial statements and external audits.
•Perform special projects and ad hoc analyses, as needed.

Requirements:
•Bachelor's degree in accounting.
•Prior accounting experience a plus.
•Proficiency working with computers/technology; strong knowledge of Excel and Word required. General ledger systems experience a plus.
•Ability to work on-site and remotely.
•Attention to detail and accuracy.
•Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Please email your resume to [email protected] and note Junior Accountant in the subject of your email.