Associate Accountant - New York, United States - Brennan Center for Justice

Brennan Center for Justice

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New York, United States

1 week ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that seeks to improve our systems of democracy and justice.

We work to hold our political institutions and laws accountable to the twin American ideals of democracy and equal justice for all.

Among our core priorities, we fight to protect voting rights, end mass incarceration, strengthen checks and balances, and preserve Constitutional protection in the fight against terrorism.

Part think-tank, part advocacy group, part cutting-edge communications hub, we start with rigorous research. We craft innovative policies.

And we fight for them — in Congress and the states, the courts, and in the court of public opinion.

Responsibilities Include:

Process manual checks, ACH payments, grant receivables and pledges
Oversee vendor relationships: analyze accounts to ensure accurate payments, respond to inquiries, resolve billing issues and maintain contact information
Enter accounts payable invoices into the Abila MIP system
Maintaining accounts payable, ensure timely payment of invoices, confirming validity of the debt and gathering appropriate approvals
Assist other departments with reviewing and processing of expenses
Identifying and reporting any financial discrepancies or irregularities
Process accounts receivable
Organize weekly ACH/check runs
Process journal entries
Perform monthly bank and accounting reconciliations
Assist with monthly and quarterly close
Assist in annual audit and filing of 1099's
Review data to ensure that proper procedures are being followed
Assist with special projects as necessary
Perform other tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

13 years of experience in accounting, preferably in the nonprofit sector
Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting or finance
Experience using Abila MIP (nonprofit) accounting software preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work
Resourceful and efficient
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Experience exercising discretion and maintain confidentiality with regard to company accounts
Sense of humor

The Brennan Center is committed to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace.

We continuously work with our staff to find new ways to increase diversity and to build and cultivate an inclusive and equitable work environment, where everyone can be their true self and feel a strong sense of belonging.

As such, we seek to hire employees who have a commitment to and/or experience with diversity, equity, and inclusion. In addition, we expect employees to participate/contribute with DEI initiatives or activities with recruitment, retention, and workplace culture.

Application:

Compensation and Benefits:

In addition, this position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the National Organization of Legal Services Workers, UAW local 2320._
Note: _The Brennan Center is committed to public health and to the safety and wellbeing of our colleagues and visitors. As such, we have adopted a policy requiring all employees working in the New York and Washington, DC offices to be vaccinated against COVID19 or to meet the legal guidelines for an exemption.
The Brennan Center for Justice is committed to a workplace based on equal opportunity and a strong belief in the increased effectiveness that comes from a diverse workforce. To this end, Brennan Center_

- _Welcomes applicants with disabilities and applicants of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, socioeconomic identities, sexual orientations, and national origin or citizenship, including people who have been previously incarcerated;_
- _Creates a workplace where true diversity is fostered and different perspectives are valued and freely exchanged;_
- _Ensures that all members of the Brennan Center community feel welcome and respected, and have equal opportunities to thrive and advance within the institution; and _
- _Is committed to supporting low-income communities and communities of color particularly affected by social inequities._

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