Staff Accountant

Inclusiv is the largest network of Community Development Credit Unions (CDCUs) with a mission to promote financial inclusion in low-income communities across the country.  Through our network of more than 500 community-based lenders, Inclusiv reaches more than 20 million consumers with limited incomes and residing in historically redlined communities.   

Inclusiv is committed to supporting and growing inclusive, equitable and sustainable communities by investing in solutions that build wealth, create jobs, improve financial security, and reduce energy cost burden for consumers, households, and small businesses.   

Based in NYC, we are a dynamic growth-oriented organization with a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in our network, governance, and workplace for fifty years.  Inclusiv seeks a Staff Accountant who will work within Inclusiv’s Fiscal team to help build a strong and sustainable organization.   

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Staff Accountant is a key member of the Fiscal team responsible for the accurate and timely processing of accounting services for both internal and external clients.  This position is based in New York City and will be a direct report to the Controller. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES

General Account Postings and Processing

• Daily processing of all cash receipts and accounts payable and receivable, data entry, filing, record retention, and other fiscal tasks as required.

• Cost center coding of revenue and expense entries; 

• Bank reconciliations and other general ledger account reconciliations monthly.

• Responsible for posting and management of monthly general journal entries.

• Maintain source journals & other fiscal records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. 

• Responsible for tracking contracts, payments, and related consultant contract payments.

• Assist Fiscal team with annual audit preparation, execution of account confirmations and audit support schedules as needed.

Grant-Related Entries and Processing

• Prepare journal entries to record grant revenue and grant-related personnel costs on a monthly basis;

• Manage and process allocation of direct and indirect costs to organizational cost centers;

• Prepare and send grant payment acknowledgement letters to funders;

• Send donors/funders required financial and organizational paperwork as requested (via email or grants portal depending on request);

• To gather receipts for American Express expenses. As well as prepare journal entry for upload; 

• Updating Grant system (“FLUXX”);

• Other duties as needed. 

REQUIRED SKILLS and COMPETENCIES

• Undergraduate or associate degree in accounting or equivalent required;

• Commitment to Inclusiv’s mission to help low- and moderate-income people and communities achieve financial independence;

• Demonstrated knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;

• Minimum 2 years accounting or bookkeeping experience;

• Work experience with non-profit organizations or lending institutions preferred;

• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team within mission-driven work environment;

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written;

• Excellent computer skills, proficiency in Excel required;

• Proficiency in cost accounting software preferred, particularly Fund EZ

• Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative;

• High level of personal organization and flexibility;

• Ability to work independently with strong problem –solving and project management skills.

Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000 annually. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience. Additionally, Inclusiv offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, retirement plans, opportunities for professional development, discretionary time off policy, and much more. 

To Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until this position is filled.

About Inclusiv 

Inclusiv is a non-profit and CDFI intermediary that drives investment, makes connections, builds capacity, and advocates for our network of member Community Development Credit Unions and the communities they serve. Our mission is to help low-income people achieve financial independence through credit unions. We provide capital, make connections, build capacity, develop innovative products and services and advocate for our member community development credit unions (CDCUs). At Inclusiv, we believe that true financial inclusion is a fundamental right.  We value our diverse staff and membership and seek to maintain that tradition of diversity in all our recruitment efforts. It is the policy of Inclusiv to provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment to all employees or applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of or in regards to sex, race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and any additional categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Inclusiv offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, retirement plans, opportunities for professional development, discretionary time off policy, and much more. 

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. This position requires an articulate, professional with a strong self-confidence who can work independently and within a team.