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Smile Train · 1 month ago

Junior Accountant, Program Accounting

New York , New York, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$62K/yr - $64K/yr

1+ years exp

Smile Train is changing the world one smile at a time by transforming the lives of those impacted by cleft lip or palate. The Junior Accountant – Program Accounting will support the Finance team in recording transactions in compliance with GAAP and ensuring timely vendor payments while maintaining organizational transparency.

CharityChildrenCommunitiesNon Profit

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Support accounts payable activities for Programs and Grants by ensuring timely and accurate vendor payments, overseeing financial data collection for compliance with Smile Train policies, posting journal entries, reconciling accounts, and preparing special reports

Review and maintain vendor banking information within both the bank system and internal systems

Support with accounting functions for all Smile Train affiliated entities and branch offices, including China, Mexico, Brazil, Dubai, Indonesia, Philippines, and India, including accounts payable, reimbursements, bank reconciliations, and preparation of monthly financial statements

Support liaising with international bookkeeping consultants

Prepare and review monthly and year-end reports and audit schedules, including bank reconciliations, General ledger reviews, accounts payable aging, accrued expenses, fixed assets and depreciation, restricted grants schedules, and prepaid expenses schedule

Set up vendor payments using ACH and wire transfer tools

Collaborate with the Grants and Programs teams (STX, Foundation Connect) to ensure effective information flow and organizational transparency

Review and process reconciliations for international Tax Deducted at Source (TDS)

Prepare ad hoc financial reports

Analyze and explain financial trends and variances when necessary

Perform other related duties and support special projects as assigned

Qualification

GAAPAccounting principlesMS ExcelFund accountingFinancial reporting softwareAnalytical skillsAttention to detailOrganizational skillsTime managementProblem-solvingTeam player

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting required

Minimum of one-three years of relevant work experience

Proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word, and Windows-based financial reporting software

Experience and knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting principles, practices, and regulations

Self-motivated, ability to multi-task and work under pressure

Team player with excellent time management skills and the ability to communicate well with all levels of internal staff and external vendors, funders, and partners

Ability to actively engage successfully with all levels of staff and across all departments

Ability to work independently and set priorities

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills