Accounting Associate, Accounts Payable505 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USAReq #2779Tuesday, October 15, 2024ABOUT US: - We believe that everyone deserves a home!Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.Reporting to the Controller, theAccounting Associate, Accounts Payable is responsible for the effective and accurate management of records relative to Accounts Payable. The Accounting Associate maintains and updates independent contractors, vendor data and W‐9, Tax Exempt Certificates of Breaking Ground affiliates, Accounts Payable‐related memos and office policies. The Accounting Associate provides financial and administrative support to ensure payments are completed and reconciled.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Maintain an accurate and active file management system of all transactions, policies and documentations related to the Accounts Payable functionAssist the Accounts Payable team with classifying independent contractors based on W‐9 filesHelp prepare year end 1099 and 1096 reports to the IRSPrepare documentation for alternative payment options, including cashier’s checks and bank draftsVerify financial policy and procedure compliance with all transactionsRecord payables, scan signed vouchers, cut checks, and transmit formatted positive payments to treasuryConduct research to resolve issues and discrepancies and respond to inquiries from vendors and voucher preparersAssist in generating reportsPerform other duties as assignedMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High School diploma or equivalent requiredMinimum 2 years of experience in accounts payable fieldPossess basic accounting knowledgeProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft TeamsAbility to track and meet deadlinesStrong verbal and written communication skillsDetail‐oriented with high level of accuracyEOE/M/F/Vet/DisabledOther detailsPay Type HourlyMin Hiring Rate $25.82Max Hiring Rate $27.47Apply Now505 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA