Junior Accountant

Job Title: Accounts Support Specialist
Location: New York, NY
Department: Fund Accounting
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
Shift Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Hours Per Week: 37.5 | Hours Per Day: 7.5
Hourly rate: $21/hour on W2 (Negotiable)

Role Overview:
The Accounts Support Specialist will assist in financial operations related to grant accounting. This role includes preparing financial documentation, reconciling accounts, and communicating with sponsors to ensure timely invoice payments. The candidate will also support the Manager in resolving issues related to expired grant accounts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare Excel-based expense schedules for invoice preparation.
• Review accounts and invoices to identify and reconcile variances.
• Follow up with sponsors via phone and email regarding unpaid invoices.
• Identify expenses charged to expired grant accounts and support resolution efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Education:

• Required: Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management

Skills & Experience:
Required:

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word.