General Ledger Accountant at StaffBuffalo

General Ledger AccountantAre you a highly skilled General Ledger Accountant who can confidently prepare frequent and complex journal entries manage multi-fund accounting and reconcile intercompany activity with precision StaffBuffalo is excited to partner with a mission-driven public organization to hire a General Ledger Accountant paying $65-70000 Bonus phenomenal benefits and time off. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys owning intricate accounting work solving problems independently and supporting financial accuracy across a large and diverse portfolio of 20 intercompany funds.In this role the General Ledger Accountant will handle a high volume of daily journal entries adjusting entries and payroll-related entries while maintaining accurate financial activity across more than 20 distinct fundseach with its own balance sheet P&L and chart of accounts. You will manage fund-to-fund receivables and payables oversee intercompany reimbursements perform detailed bank reconciliations across multiple accounts in Excel and support the monthly close process with precision. This role requires someone analytical self-sufficient and able to explain findings clearly to junior staff while maintaining strong internal controls.This position offers meaningful work exceptional stability generous benefits and a culture that values teamwork service and long-term commitment. This is a hybrid on-site position in the Buffalo area with City of Buffalo Residency Requirements.ResponsibilitiesPrepare a large volume of daily manual journal entries including recurring adjusting payroll and fund-related entriesManage multi-fund and intercompany accounting including fund reimbursements receivables/payables and balancing activities between fundsComplete month-end close duties: reconciliations schedules supporting documentation and financial statementsPerform bank reconciliations for multiple accounts with diverse funding sources and deposit typesInvestigate analyze and resolve variances across the general ledgerSupport payroll accounting ensuring accurate allocation of salaries fringe and taxes across multiple fundsReview contracts purchase activity and internal transactions for accounting accuracyAssist junior accounting team members by explaining issues reviewing work and guiding correctionsPrepare audit schedules grant documentation and financial reporting as neededWork with internal teams to complete project cost reconciliations and support process improvementsQualificationsBachelors Degree in Accounting required; MBA or advanced business degree preferredStrong general ledger experience with significant daily journal entry volumeExperience with fund accounting cost accounting or intercompany accounting requiredPayroll accounting experience strongly preferred1 year of nonprofit governmental or public-sector accounting experience requiredHigh Excel proficiency (VLOOKUPs pivot tables formulas data validation)Strong analytical mindset and ability to solve problems independentlyExcellent attention to detail and communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively while also functioning autonomouslyAdditional RequirementMust reside in the City of Buffaloor be willing to relocate within 6 months of hireCompensation & Benefits$65-70000 annual salary depending on experienceOutstanding work-life balance generous holidays and supportive cultureOpportunities to contribute to meaningful community-focused financial workPhenomenal time offSignificant employer healthcare contributions Cost-of-living adjustmentsHRA contributions toward co-paysAnnual bonuses with strong potential based on performanceLongevity increasesThe advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting that our client would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances where a candidate has education training or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position would we consider paying higher than the stated range.First time working with aRecruiter No problem! We make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible. Communication is key to get started all we need from you is an updated resume and some time to chat. Our team will get to know and your future career goals. Throughout the process we will provide resume feedback schedule and prepare you for interviews provide client feedback and coach you through the offer stage.StaffBuffalois an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race color religion national origin citizenship status ancestry age sex (including sexual harassment) sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression marital status physical or mental disability military status or unfavorable discharge from military service. Key Skills Balance Sheet Reconciliation,General Ledger Reconciliation,Debits & Credits,GAAP,Pivot tables,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,Sage,Account Reconciliation,Microsoft Excel,Microsoft Dynamics GP,ERP Systems Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 65 - 70000