Junior Accountant
18 days ago
Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn
PART-TIME JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND Downtown Brooklyn Partnership (DBP) is a not-for-profit local development corporation that serves as the primary champion for Downtown Brooklyn as a world-class business, cultural, educational, residential, and retail destination. Working together with the three business improvement districts (BID) that it manages – the MetroTech BID, Fulton Mall Improvement Association BID, and Court-Livingston-Schermerhorn BID – the organization’s diverse activities include attracting new businesses and improving the environment for existing stakeholders; facilitating the construction of public spaces and streetscapes that promote an active and cohesive community; supporting and promoting Downtown Brooklyn’s cultural and civic assets; and encouraging a unified sense of place and an engaged community. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our Finance and Accounting team. This is an entry-level position looking to gain comprehensive exposure to all aspects of accounting operations. No prior professional experience is required; however, a strong academic foundation and a willingness to learn are essential. Responsibilities include the following: • Perform bank reconciliations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data, • Assist the Senior Accountant with month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations, • Conduct revenue and expense analyses and assist with variance reporting, • Gather supporting documentation for annual financial audits under the guidance of the Senior Accountant, • Support the Vice President of Finance and Accounting in preparing monthly financial statements, annual operating budgets, and various ad-hoc financial projects, • Provide coverage for routine functions such as invoice and bill coding as needed (e.g., during staff absences) QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required or working toward it, • Knowledge of Sage Intacct or NetSuite preferred but not required, • Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail, • Demonstrated initiative, reliability, and a positive, collaborative attitude, • Eagerness to learn and contribute in a professional team environment WORK ENVIRONMENT • Collaborative and supportive workplace that fosters professional growth, • Opportunity to gain broad, hands-on experience across multiple accounting functions, • Part-time, • In-person COMPENSATION • $30 per hour, • Approximately 20-25 hours per week, • No overtime required
