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Job Description The Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the financial records, general ledger postings, month-end reconciliations, and financial analysis. Manages various projects as requested by the Controller that improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the department. Essential Job Functions • Prepares journal entries and posts to the general ledger, • Reconciles balance sheet accounts monthly, • Reconciles all bank accounts monthly, • Reconciles program revenue monthly, • Assists in account variance analysis, and reports findings to Controller & CFO, • Assists in 401(k) plan record keeping, • Assists in preparation of annual financial audit and 401(k) audit, • Assists in the processing of bi-weekly payroll, • Assists employees with payroll related questions, • Performs quality checks of payroll input, reconciles bi-weekly payroll, and processes personnel changes within payroll system, • Supports Controller & CFO with special projects and workflow process improvements, • Serve as the point of contact for all matters related to Resident Benefits and Entitlements. This includes coordinating eligibility, maintaining records, and ensuring that residents receive the benefits they are entitled to under company policy, • Collaborate with internal teams, such as HR and Property Management, to ensure that all resident benefit information is accurate and up-to-date, • Respond to inquiries related to resident benefits, ensuring a timely and professional resolution to any issues or questions., • Ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations, keeping the company informed of any changes that may impact resident benefits., • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field required., • Proficiency in Accounting software, including Microsoft Office, especially Excel., • Minimum of two years of experience in Accounting and payroll processing, preferably in a healthcare or non-profit setting., • Familiarity with OPWDD financial processes and billing preferred., • This position operates in a professional office environment. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Opengate is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, domestic or civil union partnership status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, transgender status, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, education, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. The Company promotes inclusion and acceptance of all protected classes. In order to promote and maintain a community culture, employees hired to work at Opengate must legally reside and perform their work in the state of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania.