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Senior Accountant
Utica, NY
Posted Mar 31, 2026
- Position Status:
- Full Time
- Starting Pay Rate:
- $75,000 - $90,000 annually
- Travel Required:
- No
- Purpose:
Responsible for all areas relating to programmatic financial reporting, budget development and monitoring. Act as a back-up for the Billing Manager and Finance Supervisor with the ability to perform those duties when necessary.
RCIL is a civil rights organization that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of independent living and advocacy services through the numerous programs we manage.
RCIL is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
Job Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Lead day-by-day finance operations of programmatic budgeting and financial reporting.
- Ensure complete, accurate and timely reporting of all monthly programmatic financial information and account reconciliations.
- Oversight of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports as required by funders. Adhere to all reporting deadlines.
- Oversight of monthly internal reports for applicable financial departments and distributes accordingly to program managers. Meet with program managers on a monthly basis.
- Assist in creating agency cost reports and CFR. Provide enough time for proper review of reports.
- Work with supervisors to consistently analyze financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner, clearly communicates monthly financial statements; monitors progress and changes and keeps the Comptroller and Financial Reporting and Payroll Manager abreast of program statuses.
- Act as a back-up for the Billing Manager by gaining an understanding of all billing and accounts receivable processes and procedures. Perform billing and accounts receivable procedures on an occasional basis to ensure proper back-up and knowledge of the position.
- Act as a back-up for the Finance Supervisor by gaining an understanding of all accounts payable, purchasing banking and payroll processes and procedures. Perform those procedures on an occasional basis to ensure proper back-up and knowledge of the position.
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities for all programs.
- Maintain written procedures related to programmatic financial reporting.
- Monitors and analyses department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Effectively handle personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, training, etc.
- Provides leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization and creates and promotes a positive and supportive work environment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Technology savvy with advanced knowledge of accounting and reporting software.
- Keen analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which allows for strategic data interpretation versus simple reporting.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to program departments.
- Ability and desire to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance managers.
- Excellent attention to detail, communication, organizational and computer skills, as well as the ability to exercise professional discretion and discernment, independent judgement, and business acumen.
Education and Experience
- Must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in finance, business administration or accounting. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or a Master of Business Administration (MBA) is strongly preferred. Proof of license and/or degree required.
- A minimum of three years of accounting and finance experience with a nonprofit that has multiple complex programs or experience with a company using cost accounting.
- Minimum of two years of supervisory experience directing technical, professional, and clerical personnel.
Benefits
- PTO – vacation (16-24 days a year based on longevity) Sick leave 12 days a year, and 13 paid holidays.
- Ability to work a 4-day schedule after 6 months on the job. Multiple work schedules available.
- Wellness program with the ability to earn an additional 3 PTO days a year.
- 401K with up to 10% employer investment.
- Heavily subsidized Health Insurance with co-pays.
- Vision and Dental insurance.
- Flexible Spending Accounts-Medical and Dependent Care.
- Monthly contribution towards dependent care. (to offset childcare costs)
- Company paid Life Insurance and Identity theft protection. (LifeLock)
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Family Medical Leave, Paid Family Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty Leave, Bone Marrow and Blood Donation Leave, Voting Time Leave, Election Leave, and Leaves for Crime Victims and Domestic Violence Victims.
- Employees may be eligible for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to have student loans forgiven.
- Free covered parking.
- Additional benefits available.