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Senior Accountant

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Commission on Economic Opportunity

Troy, NY (In Person)

$65,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 5 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/14/2026

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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. CEOs 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 organizations 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, supporting program monitoring and ensuring 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 policiesBe detail-oriented and experienced in accounting while supporting key financial operations within our organization.
Candidate Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in accounting or finance plus experience working as an accountant in a high paced environmentProficient in Microsoft Office Products (specifically Excel)Experience with Accounting software programs and preferredCandidate must be authorized to work in the US without the need for
Visa SponsorshipOther Benefits Include:
Competitive Salary Offered
  • 55,000
  • 75,000
  • depending on experience and education.
Monday-Friday onsite schedule
  • 35 hours per weekCasual Dress CodeHealthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts)
  • Cash payment of three thousand dollars for waiving health insurance (FT)
  • Telemedicine Employee Assistance ProgramOptional 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • 12 paid holidays PTO and Sick LeaveWhen eligible, Employer Sponsored Pension Plan starting at 5% of salary contribution
  • CEO qualifies eligible employees for the Federal School Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Please note: applicants for this position will be required to complete standard background clearances.
Apply:
https://www.ceoempowers.org/about/join-us/
Call:
518-272-6012, ext. 301 EOE/AA

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