Position: Staff Accountant - Cash Receipts (Hybrid Remote)

The Staff Accountant-Cash Receipts is a key member of the finance team supporting the organization's cash collection function, including validating, recording and retaining support for cash receipts transactions and maintenance of internal controls to safeguard agency assets. Provides support on cash receipt matters in accordance with Volunteers of America - Greater New York, Inc. policy and procedures.

Location: New York, NY 10020

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in accounting or related field with one year of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to perform duties with a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment is required.
• This employee must have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work as a member of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.

Staff Accountant (Cash Receipts) Principal Responsibilities:

1. Validate daily deposits, cash transmittal logs, and batch headers from the programs. Code the batches and prepare cash receipts journals.
2. Scan cash receipts documentation and upload support to Microsoft Business Central.
3. Reconcile daily cash receipts to bank activity reports and statements.
4. Notify programs and provide support for checks returned due to insufficient funds and advise on chargebacks and associated fees.
5. Assist with daily cash receipts tasks, including sorting mail, receiving and tallying checks with accompanying batch headers and transmittal logs, preparation of daily bank deposits, scanning checks for deposit, and making deposits at the bank.
6. Provide support for internal and external audit engagements.
7. Maintain knowledge and understanding of Volunteers of America-Greater New York policies and procedures to comply with regulations and safeguard agency assets.
8. Provide support on financial initiatives and projects, and perform other related duties as required.

We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

And much more!

Please note: Benefits for part-time employees may vary.

To learn more about VOA-Greater New York, copy and paste this link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/about

VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!