Accountant

Job Number: 25-05777Make a difference in your community. ECLARO is looking for an Accountant for our client in Albany, NY .ECLARO's client aims to enhance public services and promotes sustainable resource management, offering advanced solutions and services. If you're up to the challenge, then take a chance at this rewarding opportunity!Position OverviewA Senior Accountant manages complex accounting/auditing, designs/revises systems, prepares detailed financial statements & reports (like budgets, audits), reconciles accounts, ensures compliance, advises departments, and may supervise staff, requiring professional experience and strong analytical/technical skills, often with a Bachelor's in accounting/related field and relevant experience or CPA license, functioning as a key liaison in financial operations.ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting: Prepare monthly/annual financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and specialized reports (e.g., cash receipts, aging).System & Procedure Management: Design, implement, and modify accounting systems and procedures to meet federal/state/local requirements.Analysis & Reconciliation: Perform complex reconciliations, analyze transactions, identify discrepancies, and provide financial analysis for decision‑making.Compliance & Auditing: Audit contracts, vouchers, and filings; ensure adherence to accounting standards and laws (like Insurance Law/Financial Services Law).Interdepartmental Support: Advise other agencies/departments on accounting matters and respond to internal/external inquiries.Supervision: May exercise supervision over junior accounting staff.QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, with specific accounting credit hours, often required. Master's Degree or CPA License can substitute or enhance qualifications. 24 hours of accounting education.Several years of professional accounting/auditing experience, managing the full cycle of accounting activities.Strong Excel (formulas, pivot tables), web‑based/software system proficiency, analytical skills, attention to detail, and professional communication.Benefits401k Retirement Savings Plan administered by Merrill LynchCommuter Check Pretax Commuter BenefitsEligibility to purchase Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance through ECLAROIvy Españolaivy.espanola@eclaro.com201‑942‑3003Ivy Española | LinkedInEqual Opportunity Employer: ECLARO values diversity and does not discriminate based on Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status, in compliance with all applicable laws.Seniority Level: Entry levelEmployment Type: ContractJob Function: Accounting/Auditing and FinanceIndustry: Government Administration#J-18808-Ljbffr