Accounting Associate

Title: Accounting AssociateDepartment: Finance & AccountingReports To: ControllerLocation: NYC Office (Hybrid)Salary: $53,800 - $64,500 (Placement within this range is dependent upon experience and location) SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIESThe Accounting Associate will support the finance and accounting team in daily and ad-hoc tasks and projects. This is a role for an early-career professional to gain experience in a dynamic and collaborative environment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAccounts Receivable:Assist with billings and collections, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.Update and distribute collections reports on a weekly basis; discuss issuesquestions with Team Leads.Monitor and manage cash receipts, including posting payments and resolving discrepanciesAccounts Payable:Assist with vendor onboarding and billings, expense reports verification.Ensure proper coding of expenses and adherence to budgets.General:Assist in maintaining the general ledger, including preparing journal entries and account reconciliationsSupport monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processesRespond to inquiries in the Accounting general mailbox Perform other general tasks as necessaryKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSBachelor's degree in accounting is required1-3 years of experience in AccountingSalesforce and Intacct experience is preferredPossess a strong attention to detailStrong proficiency in MS Office, especially ExcelExcellent organizational & interpersonal skillsSolid communication skills, both verbal and writtenPositive attitude and a strong desire to be a part of a diverse teamAbility to maintain confidential informationAbility to work both collaboratively and independently, prioritize and manage multiple tasks, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.Nonprofit experience is a plusEqual Employment OpportunityCatalyst expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race and ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, culture, religion, marital and family status, current unemployment status, physical and mental abilities, age, veteran status, genetics, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. Improper interference with the ability of Catalyst's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Individuals will be considered for positions for which they meet the minimum qualifications and are able to perform without regard to these protected categories. No potential candidates or employees will receive different treatment as relates to employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, advancement, termination, layoff, rehire, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Catalyst is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation(s) to participate in the application or interview process, please contact is an organization increasingly representative of the varied races and ethnicities, genders and sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, and abilities that comprise our world. Catalyst focuses on attracting, retaining, and advancing diverse talent because it makes us more effective, high-performing, creative, and resilient. If you are passionate about our mission, highly skilled in your field, and looking for a place where you can bring all of yourself to work, we want you. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.By submitting an application for this position, you accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Notice and you agree to the retention of your personal data for consideration for a future position at Catalyst.

Created: 2025-01-15