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Job DescriptionCompany Description With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024. Job Description Due to growth, we are currently adding a Junior Accountant to our team. The Junior Corporate Accountant will assist with day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and recordkeeping for Sika organization. This position supports the accounting team by ensuring accurate data entry, reconciliation, and compliance with accounting standards. It’s an excellent opportunity to build a foundation in corporate accounting and gain exposure to financial management in a professional environment. • Assist in preparing and posting journal entries to the general ledger., • Support month-end and year-end closing processes., • Perform account reconciliations (e.g. prepaid expenses, other receivables, accrued expenses, and/or intercompany accounts)., • Maintain and update accounting records and documentation., • Support external audits by gathering and organizing financial documentation., • Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards (GAAP or IFRS)., • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance,, • 0–2 years of relevant accounting experience (internships or co-op experience a plus)., • Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting., • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, ad-hoc reports, and accounting software (such as BI, SAP, or similar ERP systems)., • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills., • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Eagerness to learn and grow in a corporate finance environment., • Exposure to ERP systems or advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, PivotTables)., • Familiarity with financial analysis. Additional Information Perks & Benefits • 401k with Generous Company Match, • Bonuses, • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits, • Paid Parental Leave, • Life Insurance, • Disability Insurance, • Paid time off, paid holidays, • Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time, • Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements, • Education Assistance, • Professional Development Opportunities Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

Job DescriptionJob Title: Mid-Level Accountant (Media & Advertising | SAP) Location: Remote/Hybrid (U.S. EST preferred) Type: Full-Time or Contract-to-Hire About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented Mid-Level Accountant with strong media/advertising industry experience and hands-on SAP proficiency. The ideal candidate understands the unique revenue cycles, billing workflows, client reconciliation processes, and cost tracking structures common in media agencies or advertising networks. You will support monthly close, revenue and expense accounting, media billing, reconciliations, and financial reporting while partnering closely with client teams, media operations, finance leadership, and shared services. Key Responsibilities • Month-End Close: Prepare journal entries, accruals, expense amortizations, reconciliations, and financial schedules., • Media Billing & Revenue Accounting:, • Support client billing cycles, media costs allocations, and pass-through expenses., • Review/validate media plans and insertion orders for financial accuracy., • Reconcile media spend, production costs, and vendor invoices., • SAP Accounting:, • Process transactions, run reports, maintain GL accuracy., • Support SAP FI/CO workflows and help troubleshoot discrepancies., • Financial Reporting: Prepare P&L summaries, variance analysis, and management reporting for internal stakeholders and clients., • Compliance & Controls: Ensure adherence to company policies, GAAP, SOX controls (if applicable), and internal audit requirements., • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with media planners, client services, AP/AR, and project management teams on financial accuracy and timely reporting., • Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field., • 36 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in the media/advertising industry (Agencies, media buying, digital advertising, creative agencies, broadcast, OOH, etc.)., • Hands-on SAP experience (SAP FI/CO required)., • Strong understanding of media billing cycles, pass-through costs, media spend reconciliation, and client-level financials., • Solid knowledge of GAAP, accrual accounting, and month-end financial processes., • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, modeling)., • Experience with media planning/buying tools (MediaOcean, Strata, Prisma, FreeWheel, Operative, etc.)., • Experience with revenue recognition in project-based or retainer-based agency models., • CPA or progress toward CPA a plus., • Experience working in a fast-paced or multi-client environment. This is a remote position.

Job Description Location: Brooklyn, NY Salary Range: $100k–$120k per year (commensurate with experience) Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and more Industry: Print Production / Manufacturing / Display Fabrication / Visual Communications Job Type: Full-time About Us Duggal Visual Solutions is a fast-growing leader in visual communications, delivering world-class print production, digital displays, environmental graphics, custom fabrication, and experiential installations. For over six decades, Duggal has partnered with premier global brands, Fortune 500 companies, designers, artists, and architects to bring ambitious visual experiences to life. Our culture is built on innovation, craftsmanship, integrity, and precision—and we are committed to operational excellence in every facet of the organization, including the financial discipline that underpins our success. Position Overview We are seeking a high-caliber Assistant Controller: a detail-driven, dependable professional who thrives in a structured yet fast-moving environment. This role supports the Vice President & Controller in maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring smooth, high-efficiency accounting operations across a complex, production-driven business. Ideal candidates are motivated by clarity, accuracy, and continuous improvement, and take pride in contributing to a financial foundation that supports creativity and large-scale production excellence. Key Responsibilities The Assistant Controller will demonstrate a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset while supporting critical accounting operations. Financial Close & Reporting Support ● Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and fixed asset tracking. ● Support the preparation of financial statements and related schedules; ensure accuracy and alignment with U.S. GAAP. ● Help compile supporting schedules and documentation for internal review and external audits. Operational Accounting ● Support day-to-day functions across AP, AR, billing, payroll, and collections to ensure consistent, error-free processing. ● Assist in maintaining cost accounting workflows, including job costing and product costing, essential to a manufacturing/production environment. Internal Controls & Compliance ● Help maintain and improve internal control procedures to protect company assets and ensure data integrity. ● Research and document accounting issues; assist in implementing process improvements that enhance accuracy and efficiency. Analysis, Modeling & Reporting ● Assist in the preparation of operational and financial analyses, including cost reporting and trend analysis. ● Support the development and maintenance of financial models related to production, materials, labor, and overhead. Cross-Functional Collaboration ● Serve as a reliable partner to senior management and operations leadership. ● Provide administrative and analytical support to the Controller and assist junior accounting staff as needed. Qualifications & Experience ● Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA track or interest is a plus. ● 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience; senior accountant or assistant controller experience is a plus. ● Manufacturing or production environment experience preferred. ● Experience with fixed assets, sales tax, and commonly used accounting software; FileMaker experience is a plus. Technical Knowledge ● Strong understanding of GAAP, reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, and cost accounting principles. ● Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections. Skills ● Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions. ● High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and consistent follow-through. ● Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with financial and tax software. Why Join Duggal If you thrive in structured, organized environments and take pride in accuracy and follow-through, this role will feel like a strong fit. You enjoy solving problems, bringing clarity to complex financial details, and keeping processes running smoothly. You work well with others, stay disciplined with documentation and controls, and are always open to learning and improving. This role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a team where creativity and operational excellence go hand in hand, with room for growth within a dynamic and expanding organization. To Apply Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your interest in the retail graphics industry, your prior work experience, and why you are a strong fit for this role. A cover letter is required for consideration. 2–3 professional references are highly recommended and may be requested during the interview process.

Job Description Company Overview: Health disparities among New Yorkers are large, persistent and increasing. Public Health Solutions (PHS) exists to change that trajectory and support New Yorkers and their families in achieving optimal health and building pathways to reach their potential. As the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City, we improve health outcomes and help communities thrive by providing services directly to low-income families, supporting community-based organizations through our long-standing public-private partnerships, and bridging the gap between healthcare and community services. We focus on a wide range of public health issues including food and nutrition, health insurance, maternal and child health, tobacco control, and HIV/AIDS. Learn more about our work at healthsolutions.org. Position Summary: The Senior Accountant plays a crucial role in the financial administration of grants and contracts, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and private funding regulations and organizational policies. This position typically involves managing a portfolio of grants, from award setup through closeout, including budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance monitoring. The ideal candidate possesses strong accounting expertise, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to detail. They are adept at managing financial records, preparing GAAP financial and grant-specific reports, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Specifically, the Senior Accountant is responsible for: • Developing and reviewing annual program budgets, prepare periodic fiscal reports, draw down requests and grant reports., • Review and approve vouchers and purchase orders., • Monitoring and review payroll charges., • Handling monthly G/L production, prepare journal entries, and conduct ad hoc account analyses., • Monitoring spending and encumbrance progress against budget and prepare regular budget modifications., • Prepare management reports and fiscal analyses as required., • Computing and draw down monthly overhead allowances., • Degree B.S. or B.A. in accounting or equivalent., • Years of Experience 5 or more in grant accounting. Knowledgeable in financial management of Federal, state and city grants., • Must have the highest degree of proficiency in Excel, must know major non-profit accounting system, must have superior organizational skills, excellent interpersonal skills., • Skills – recent experience in Intacct accounting system a plus., • Background – experience in mid to large-sized non-profit organizations. Director, Restricted Funds Fiscal Manager, Restricted Funds Direct Reports: Staff Accountant, Restricted Funds Benefits: • Hybrid Work Schedule., • Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays., • An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision., • Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits., • Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage., • 403(b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions., • College Savings Plan., • Ongoing trainings and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development. At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don’t have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities. We look forward to learning more about you! PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and veterans. 9am- 5pm 35 hours per week

Job Description We’re seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to manage day-to-day financial operations across Blue Standard’s global business. This includes general ledger management, financial reporting, cash flow oversight, multi-entity and multi-currency accounting, and supporting our manufacturing and consumer goods operations. Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Excel, and Microsoft 365 is required. Experience with process accounting, CPG, manufacturing, or supply chain is a strong plus. Key Responsibilities • Implement and maintain process accounting for manufacturing and production workflows, including tracking material inputs, labor, overhead, and waste, • Manage daily accounting in QuickBooks Online, • Handle AP/AR, reconciliations, and expense processes, • Lead monthly close, generate financial statements, and track COGS, • Support multi-entity accounting across U.S. and EU operations, • Partner with Operations on inventory, manufacturing costs, and waste tracking, • Support forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting, • Ensure GAAP compliance and internal control accuracy Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, • 3–7+ years of accounting experience, • Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online, • Advanced Microsoft 365 skills (especially Excel), • Knowledge of GAAP, multi-entity, and multi-currency accounting Preferred Experience (Bonus) • Consumer goods, CPG, or manufacturing accounting, • Inventory and cost accounting, • International transactions, • Sustainability or material science backgrounds

Job DescriptionWe are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Project Accountant to support the financial and operational management of our project-based business. This role plays a critical part in connecting finance with operations — overseeing budget tracking, resource allocation, and efficiency reporting across multiple concurrent projects.The ideal candidate is analytical and process-driven, with a talent for transforming data into actionable insights that improve productivity and profitability. This person will collaborate closely with project leads, operations, and finance to ensure every project runs on time, on budget, and with optimal resource utilization.Key Responsibilities • Develop and maintain detailed project budgets, forecasts, and job cost reports to ensure financial accuracy and accountability., • Track and analyze team hours, labor allocation, and utilization to measure performance and identify opportunities for greater efficiency., • Collaborate with operations and project managers to align budgets, timelines, and staffing plans with project goals., • Monitor and report on resource allocation across active projects, highlighting potential gaps, overages, or inefficiencies., • Prepare efficiency and productivity reports to evaluate project performance and inform operational decision-making., • Reconcile project-related expenses, purchase orders, and vendor invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance., • Support leadership with budget variance analyses, financial summaries, and actionable insights., • Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities related to project accounting., • Maintain organized and transparent financial documentation for all active projects., • Partner with the CFO and Director of Operations to continuously refine tracking systems and improve cross-departmental reporting.Qualifications, • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field., • 3–5 years of accounting or project finance experience within a project-based, creative, or production-oriented environment (e.g., architecture, interior design, staging, or similar)., • Strong understanding of job costing, budget management, and time/resource tracking systems., • Proficiency with accounting or project management tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Studio Designer, or comparable platforms)., • Advanced Excel and data analysis skills, with the ability to generate clear and meaningful reports., • Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills., • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset.Preferred Skills, • Experience with QuickBooks Online, Studio Designer, or ERP systems used in project-based industries., • Familiarity with resource utilization reporting and performance metrics for multi-phase projects., • Understanding of purchasing workflows and expense management processes.

Job DescriptionWant to be a part of a team revolutionizing and leading an entire industry with no real competition? The laundry industry is a $40+ billion dollar market, and the Cents platform is making it easier for laundromats, dry cleaners, and all garment care businesses to grow, manage, and understand their business. Backed by top-tier investors like Bessemer, Camber Creek, and Tiger Global, Cents is one of the fastest-growing vertical SaaS companies in the USA, and we’re just getting started. Already profitable and growing incredibly quickly each year, we have entered the absolute best stage of being a startup. About CentsCents is a New York–based technology company passionate about transforming the laundry industry and dedicated to enabling new ways of working, earning, and living. Our all-in-one, business-in-a-box platform helps operators start, manage, and expand their businesses through a market-leading suite of SaaS and hardware products. By building a modern system to power the garment care industry, our goal is to outsource laundry day to local businesses across the U.S.. Our team is full of passionate technology experts obsessed with supporting and empowering SMBs. We feel the unique responsibility and opportunity we have to elevate an industry. We’re adding great talent to help achieve this mission, and that’s where you come in! About The RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Cost Accountant to play a pivotal role in managing and optimizing our financial operations. In this role, you will work closely with Operations, Production, and Supply Chain teams to ensure inventory accuracy, drive cost efficiency, and support strategic decision-making. You will be responsible for analyzing production costs, reconciling inventory, preparing for audits, and contributing to budgeting and forecasting processes. This position offers the opportunity to influence key financial and operational decisions, while collaborating across multiple functions to strengthen controls and enhance profitability. You’ll also help shape the evolution of our cost accounting processes, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with GAAP standards.What You’ll Do • Collaborate with Operations on inventory management to ensure all inventory is reconciled and accurately reflected on the balance sheet for upcoming audits., • Oversee inventory valuation, reconciliation processes, and actively support Operations in resolving discrepancies., • Prepare and organize cost and inventory documentation for external auditors, supporting the financial audit process., • Partner with Operation, Production, and Supply Chain teams to drive improvements in inventory controls and cost efficiency., • Analyze production costs, including materials, labor, and overhead, and compare them to standard or budgeted costs. Investigate and explain variances to management, identifying root causes and recommending solutions., • Assist in the month-end close process related to cost of goods sold (COGS) and inventory. This includes preparing and posting journal entries and conducting account reconciliations., • Play a critical role in developing the annual budget and cost forecasts. Provide cost projections and help with financial models for new products or special projects., • Generate detailed financial reports, including cost analysis, profitability reports, and key performance indicators (KPIs), to inform management decision-making., • Identify and implement improvements to existing cost accounting procedures and systems to increase accuracy and efficiency. Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies., • Provide financial insights and recommendations to management.Qualifications, • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field preferred., • Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting and bookkeeping., • Proficiency in accounting software, specifically Xero, NetSuite, Ramp, Airbase, Avalara, Salesforce, and others., • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles., • Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills., • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently., • Must be able to work in Eastern time zone., • Able to travel to Toronto, Canada for inventory counts 3 to 4 times a year (U.S. passport is required).Bonus Skills, • CPA certification is a plus., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Experience in SaaS and manufacturing

Job Description Job Title: Staff Accountant Location: Rutherford, New Jersey (Hybrid)- 2 days in the Rutherford, New Jersey office and 3 days remote Job Category: Finance We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative Staff Accountant to join our finance team. This role offers the opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic and supportive environment while making a tangible impact on financial operations. Key Responsibilities: · Participate in the monthly closing and reconciliation processes alongside the finance team · Prepare daily cash reports and monitor cash flow · Manage chargeback cases, ensuring thorough research, timely responses, and accurate system updates · Collaborate with accounting, order management, accounts payable, and accounts receivable teams to ensure accurate financial reporting · Prepare expense analyses for print production and events to determine proper month-end accruals · Analyze revenue and expense accounts · Perform bank reconciliations · Maintain comprehensive account analysis files for managerial review · Support the annual financial statement audit by preparing schedules and providing requested documentation · Assist accounts payable and accounts receivable teams as needed Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field · 2-3 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or relevant internships · Experience with ERP systems required. ie: NetSuite, Concur · Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs · Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting · Strong problem-solving skills and initiative · Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities for professional growth · Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail · Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines · Willingness to contribute to administrative tasks that support team efficiency

Job Description Our client, a well-established insurance carrier serving the healthcare industry, provides tailored coverage and risk management solutions designed to protect medical professionals and their practices. The Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting will support accurate accounting, reconciliation, and reporting of insurance-related liabilities while contributing to process improvements and compliance initiatives. Key Responsibilities * Record and analyze journal entries for loss activity, including paid, case, and incurred-but-not-reported transactions, across both direct and reinsurance portfolios. * Maintain and enhance internal tracking tools used for loss development, reserving analyses, and regulatory reporting. * Participate in month-end and quarter-end closing by reconciling relevant accounts and preparing detailed supporting documentation. * Assist with audit activities by gathering backup materials, providing explanations, and ensuring adherence to established accounting standards. * Work closely with Claims and Finance teams to monitor and validate payments and reserve movements. * Partner with Actuarial staff on reserve reviews and help align financial results across functional groups. * Contribute to the preparation of financial statements, disclosures, and insurance regulatory schedules as required. * Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen controls, and automate workflows. * Support the production of quarterly and annual financial reports, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with reporting standards. * Help establish and document procedures that reinforce compliance with accounting and statutory requirements. * Collaborate with technology teams to enhance data integrity and streamline reporting systems. * Perform other related duties or special projects as assigned. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline required. * CPA or advanced degree (MBA, MAcc) preferred. * 2–5 years of relevant experience in public or corporate accounting; prior exposure to the insurance sector a plus. * Solid understanding of US GAAP; knowledge of statutory accounting standards beneficial. * Proven experience in general ledger management, account reconciliations, and period-end close activities. * Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets accurately. * Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills. * Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; familiarity with accounting software such as Sage Intacct preferred.

Job Description Northstar Travel Group is the largest and most trusted B2B travel media and information company in the world. At Northstar, our mission is to be the leading global provider of trusted information and experiences for the audiences that drive the travel industry, while delivering innovative and high-performing marketing solutions to the businesses seeking to engage them. We are looking for a proactive, detail-driven, and collaborative Staff Accountant to join our finance team. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow your career in a dynamic, supportive environment, we’d love to meet you! This role will split their time between our Rutherford, New Jersey office (2 days) and working remote (3 days). Flexibility is provided. What You’ll Do: • Participate in the monthly closing and reconciliation process along other members of our finance team, • Preparation of daily cash reports, • Handle chargeback cases through thorough research, timely responses, and accurate system updates, • Liaise with our general accounting, order management, accounts payable, and accounts receivable teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, • Prepare analysis for print production and events expense to determine proper month end accruals, • Analysis of revenue and expense accounts, • Bank reconciliations, • Management of full account analysis files for manager review, • Assist with the yearly financial statement audit by preparing audit schedules and providing requested supporting documentation, • A bachelor’s degree in accounting or another related field, • 2-3 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or a series of internships, • Solid experience with the NetSuite ERP system and Concur, • Excellent Excel knowledge, specifically with pivot tables and V Lookups, • Ability to work both collaboratively within a team and independently, • Demonstrated initiative in problem-solving through research and solution development, • Eagerness to learn and take on new responsibilities for professional growth, • Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail with a proactive approach, • Strong ability to multi-task to meet deadlines Click here to apply. Northstar Travel Group is a great place to work, learn and grow. We seek impressive individuals to contribute fresh ideas and strengthen our team in all departments and specialties. We welcome creativity, dedication, drive and passion and offer a fast-paced and fun environment, opportunity and work/life balance. Click here to view our Careers page. Benefits: We offer a wide variety of benefit plans, programs, and perks to ensure that our employees can choose the options right for them. Northstar contributes heavily toward insurance plan premiums, and we provide a generous paid time off package. Our offerings are extensive, covering a wide range including a variety of health and dental plans, company-paid life insurance, 401k, and summer Fridays, to name just a few. The annual base salary range for this role is $70,000-$72,000 and is commensurate with experience. Growth Opportunities: From educational training and mentorship programs to industry conferences and events, Northstar Travel Group employees have a wide variety of opportunities for career growth and advancement. Traveling through career paths enables employees to achieve a fulfilling and rewarding career. Diversity & Inclusion: At Northstar, we believe that our workforce should reflect the vast diversity of the cultures and communities that are experienced through travel. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, and we are committed to building and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, accessible and equitable culture and workplace. Our work is far from over – we continuously push to be better. We understand that diverse voices, points of view and contributions are at the heart of Northstar’s success and impact.

Job Description Job title: Human Resource Generalist Reports to: Human Resource Director FLSA Status: Exempt / Full Time Date Issued: July 2025 POSITION SUMMARY: Promotes and implements human resource values by planning and managing human resource programs. The essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to the duties listed in the job description. Employee may be required to carry out additional duties as assigned by Supervisor. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Through the employee’s own efforts, the employee accomplishes the following essential functions: Human Resources Generalist Job Duties: • Implements human resources strategies by establishing department accountabilities, including talent acquisition, staffing, employment processing, compensation, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management, safety and health, succession planning, employee relations and retention, AA/EEO compliance, and labor relations., • Manages human resources operations by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, and disciplining staff; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing staff job contributions; maintaining compensation; determining production, productivity, quality, and customer-service strategies; designing systems; accumulating resources; resolving problems; implementing change., • Conducts onboarding, training and development for new hire and transferring employees., • Management and tracking employees’ leaves and benefits related to leaves. Including STD, NYPFL, LTD, and Workers Compensation., • Accomplishes special project results by identifying and clarifying issues and priorities; communicating and coordinating requirements; expediting fulfillment; evaluating milestone accomplishments; evaluating optional courses of action; changing assumptions and direction., • Supports management by providing human resources advice, counsel, and decisions; analyzing information and applications., • Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions., • Updates job knowledge by participating in conferences and educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations., • Processing new hire packages and set up of employee benefits new hire orientations. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Adheres to all policies and procedures, including those prescribed in the Highland Park CDC Employee Handbook., 2. Maintain confidentiality and do not disclose information learned through the course of the job with people other than those who need to know including employee information, financial information, client information, etc. COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual demonstrates the following competencies. 1. Customer Service Orientation: Manages difficult or emotional situations with internal and external stakeholders; Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to request for service and assistance. Maintains and communicates a positive “can do” attitude with internal and external stakeholders., 2. Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Uses reason when dealing with emotional topics., 3. Systems Thinking: Demonstrates an ability to (a) see how organizational systems (e.g., internal/external conditions, processes, people) interact and influence each other, and (b) how these systems create and contribute to specific issues (e.g., high voluntary turnover) and strengths (e.g., strong customer focus)., 4. Planning / Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently: Plans for additional resources; Develops realistic action plans. Leverages tools to manage workflow and reprioritizes accordingly., 5. Service and Teamwork - Understands the needs and wants of the organization, customers, co-workers and supervisors in order to provide accurate, complete and timely service and to further the mission, values and goals of the organization., 6. Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification., 7. Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information., 8. Ethics: Treats people with respect: Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values., 9. Dependability: Follows instructions; Responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments., 10. Initiative: Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or ability required. A. Minimum Required Education & Experience: • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field, • 1 to 3 years of specialized experience in all relevant contractual payroll functions, internal control and payroll taxes., • 2 to 3 years’ experience in non-profit accounting, Benefit coordination, Insurance, Employment Law., • Knowledge of HR Practices and laws: understating employment laws and regulations on both federal and NYS/NYC level. B. Computer Skills: • Proficient in computer software programs (QB online, Word, Excel, Power Point, CARES, ADP etc.), • Familiar with HRIS: ADP TotalSource C. Language skills: • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Reads and comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; Writes simple correspondence; Presents information in one-on-one and small groups situations outside stakeholders, clients and other employees., • Bilingual is preferred, • Interpersonal Skills: Able to building positive relationships and resolve conflict are essential. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: A. GENERAL WORKING HOURS: • Generally, this position is Monday through Friday. B. WORKING FROM HOME: • Most essential functions of this job can not be completed working from home. C. TRAVEL: • May be required to travel about 5% of the time to purchase items or to attend a training or go to the post office as needed. D. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. The physical activity for the HR Director is: a. Climbing & Ambulating Stairs: Ascending or descending stairs and ramps using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Must be able to walk up and down stairs (about 10 flights) in order to patrol stairways, respond to security incidents, and assist in the evacuation of clients during an emergency. Body agility is emphasized. The amount of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion. b. Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. c. Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees. d. Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. e. Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. f. Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, and has an ability to navigate from one location to another. g. Standing: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time. h. Lifting. Must raise objects from a lower to a higher position or move objects horizontally from position to-to-position. i. Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling. Ability to use computer tablet to write reports, notes and document compliance with patrol stops. j. Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. k. Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. l. Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound. m. Feeling. Must be able to perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. Assesses potential safety threats, such as by exposure to chemicals and heat from malfunctioning equipment. 2. Physical requirements for the Accountant: • Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, with walking and standing required only occasionally. 3. The visual acuity requirements for the HR Generalist (including color, depth perception and field vision). • Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work. 4. The HR Generalist will be subject to the following conditions in this position: • The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions, protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.