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Senior Accountant

Commission On Economic Opportunity · Troy, New York, United States

Full-timeOn site2-5 yrsListed as no visa sponsorship
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In short

Prepare and post general ledger entries, oversee and improve accounts payable processes, and support monthly close activities, reconciliations, and variance analysis. Collaborate with the finance team on financial reporting and program monitoring while maintaining accurate accounting systems, internal controls, and compliance with organizational policies.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

General Ledger AccountingJournal EntriesAccounts PayableFinancial ReportingMonthly CloseAccount ReconciliationVariance AnalysisInternal Controls

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AccountingFinanceGeneral LedgerJournal EntriesAccounts PayablePurchase OrdersMonthly CloseFinancial ReportingAccount ReconciliationVariance Analysis

A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and 3–5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a fast-paced environment are required. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and have accounting software experience; authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship is required.

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Questions about this role

Is this Commission On Economic Opportunity role remote?
Tagged on site.
Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 2-5 years.

The posting, in full

CEO is a Community Action Agency that is committed to making a positive impact by supporting our customers, colleagues, and community. We are looking for individuals to join our agency that support and believe in our Values of: Helping Others, Respect, Accountability, Innovation & Teamwork. CEO’s many programs offer a broad range of services to meet the needs of our community.

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Job Description

CEO is a Community Action Agency that is committed to making a positive impact by supporting our customers, colleagues, and community. We are looking for individuals to join our agency that support and believe in our Values of: Helping Others, Respect, Accountability, Innovation & Teamwork. CEO’s many programs offer a broad range of services to meet the needs of our community.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant plays a key role in supporting the organization’s financial operations by ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance across all accounting functions. This position is responsible for managing general ledger activities, overseeing accounts payable processes, and contributing to the monthly close and financial reporting cycle. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and collaborative, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment while upholding high standards of accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

  • Prepare and post general ledger journal entries with accuracy and timeliness.
  • Lead and optimize accounts payable processes, ensuring efficient, accurate handling of transactions and purchase orders while identifying opportunities for workflow improvements.
  • Partner with the finance team to prepare and review monthly financial reports, support program monitoring and ensure compliance with financial standards.
  • Support monthly close activities for assigned programs, including account reconciliations and variance analysis.
  • Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting systems to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
  • Ensure full compliance with organizational and finance policies.
  • Be detail-oriented and experienced in accounting while supporting key financial operations within our organization.

Candidate Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance plus experience working as an accountant in a high-paced environment.
  • Minimum of 3–5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (specifically Excel).
  • Experience with Accounting software programs and preferred.
  • Candidate must be authorized to work in the US without the need for Visa Sponsorship.

Other Benefits Include

  • Monday-Friday onsite schedule - 35 hours per week
  • Casual dress code
  • Healthcare, dental, and vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care available
  • Cash payment of $3K for waiving health insurance (full-time employee)
  • Telemedicine
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • 12 paid holidays annually
  • PTO and sick Leave
  • Employer-sponsored pension plan starting at 5% of salary once eligible.
  • Eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Please note: applicants for this position will be required to complete standard background clearances.

We are proud to be an EEO employer.

Apply: https://www.ceoempowers.org/about/join-us/ [https://www.ceoempowers.org/about/join-us/]. Call: 518-272-6012, ext. 284

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This listing comes from Commission On Economic Opportunity's own careers site. Apply links go to the employer. Last checked 5 Oct 2026.