Accountant

About the role

Catholic Charities of Long Island seeks an Accountant with a generous heart to support its mission of dignified care for vulnerable neighbors across Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate month‑end closings, review journal entries, and prepare financial statements.
• Supervise bookkeeping staff, providing training, coaching, and performance appraisals.
• Review and approve program vouchers for payment.
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and post cash receipts and disbursements.
• Compile the annual Agency census for the Department of Labor.
• Enter CFR, CBR, CCRs and CQRs into the state‑approved software package.
• Process semi‑monthly travel expense vouchers.
• Track capital budget, maintain fixed‑asset schedules, and submit funder reimbursement claims.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Minimum 1 year of related experience; 1‑2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi‑priority, deadline‑driven environment.
• Willingness to work flexible or extended hours to meet audit and budget deadlines.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.