Accountant Position Available In Erie, New York

Accountant StaffBuffalo – 5.0 Amherst, NY Job Details Full-time $50,000 – $60,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications General ledger reconciliation Microsoft Excel Accounting software Mid-level Microsoft Office Analysis skills Bachelor’s degree GAAP Accounting Debits & credits 2 years Accounting Communication skills Office experience Full Job Description Accountant Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional looking to grow your career within a mission-driven organization that makes a meaningful impact on the community? This Accountant role offers the chance to work in a collaborative, tight-knit team, reporting directly to the CFO and supporting a respected nonprofit in Western New York. Offering a salary range of $50,000-$60,000, this is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and ready to grow within a collaborative team environment. As the Accountant, you’ll perform essential accounting duties, maintain accurate financial records, and support the month-end close process. You’ll help process gift receipts, reconcile accounts, and collaborate with internal departments, while gaining exposure to specialized financial reporting and tax preparation processes. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of accounting experience, thrives in a small office environment, and brings strong analytical skills with a curious, tech-savvy mindset. If you’re looking to deepen your accounting expertise in a supportive workplace with long-term growth potential, this is your opportunity! This is an in-person role based in Amherst, New York.

Responsibilities:

Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and process daily accounting transactions Assist with month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and adjustments Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements and assist in audit and tax return preparation Enter and verify gift receipt data, and communicate with donors as needed Review investment activities and reconcile trust and pledge accounts Generate financial reports for custodial agencies and internal leadership Participate in software upgrades and identify improvements to accounting processes Support the CFO and team with additional projects as needed

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required 2+ years of accounting experience (nonprofit experience a plus) Strong understanding of debits, credits, and financial statement concepts Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and accounting software Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities Tech-savvy and eager to learn new systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits:

Salary of $50,000-$60,000 per year depending on experience 50% healthcare premium contribution 3 weeks PTO 401(k) 20+ paid holidays The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that our client would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. First time working with a Recruiter ? No problem! We make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible. Communication is key – to get started, all we need from you is an updated resume and some time to chat. Our team will get to know and your future career goals. Throughout the process, we will provide resume feedback, schedule and prepare you for interviews, provide client feedback, and coach you through the offer stage. StaffBuffalo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service. #INDCPA