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1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds

Accountant (Hybrid)

NYFull-time

9mo

Requisition #:

6509

# of openings:

1

Employment Type

Full time

Position Status

Permanent

Category

Non-Bargaining

Workplace Arrangement

Hybrid

Fund

1199SEIU National Benefit Fund

Job Classification

Non-Exempt

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the general ledgers of assigned Funds; preparation of monthly journal entries and recording of adjusting journal entries resulting from the annual audit
  • Perform monthly closings and allocation of expenses
  • Research and reconcile all discrepancies; including Accounts Payable for all assigned Funds monthly
  • Upload and analyze ADP benefit entries
  • Analyze trial balance(s) and investigate variances
  • Prepare inter-fund & CBA reconciliations
  • Prepare and update auditing schedules monthly and annually
  • Prepare assigned bank reconciliations on a monthly basis
  • Assist with the preparation of the monthly and annual financial statements: Trial Balance, Profit and Loss, Balance Sheet and other supplemental schedules
  • Assist in Cash Flow preparation, and ensure that cash deposited is posted & reconciled daily
  • Work with budget department to reclassify adjusting entries
  • Process all wire transfers and commingled check requests
  • Code checks and other invoices as requested
  • Assist in the preparation of the annual Form 5500, Form 945, Form 1042 filings, PBGC, etc.
  • Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by management

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required
  • Minimum three (3) year experience in the field of accounting with strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Excel required; knowledge of Word, PowerPoint and knowledge of financial systems and enterprise software (Oracle) preferred
  • Knowledge of Non-Profit or Taft Hartley Plans
  • Strong attention to detail is critical, able to multitask, meet strict deadlines and prioritize work assignments
  • Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision
  • Must be able to work independently and be a team player; able to effectively handle sensitive and confidential situations with integrity, tact, and diplomacy