Accountant II
New Haven, CT 
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Posted 19 days ago
Job Description
Duration: 1-2 months
Work Location: New Haven, CT 06511
Pay rate: $28.00/Hr. on W2.
Work Hours: M - F 9 - 5
Start Date: ASAP

Job Description:
  • The Accountant II will be responsible for the general accounting and financial control functions of the organization's Housing Authority, Not-For-Profit and For-Profit entities and/or any ancillary/subsidiary organizations/projects that are directed or closely supervised by the organization. As well as the preparation of reports and statistics reflecting earnings, profits, cash balances, and other financial results for the assigned Programs, Funds, General Ledger accounts and/or Activities.
  • The incumbent will implement Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and HUD-approved requirements (where applicable) to ensure that financial and operational reports accurately reflect the condition of the business, and provide reliable information necessary to control operations.
  • This position is responsible and accountable for the accuracy and correctness of financial information and timeliness of presentation of information and reports. Incumbents in this position are expected to require less supervision than an Accountant I incumbent.

Role & Responsibilities:
  • Oversees the General Ledgers for one or more of the organization's programs, including but not necessarily limited to: Low Income Public Housing, HAP, Capital Fund, Hope VI, Development, ROSS, State and City programs, Real Estate Development projects, ancillary/subsidiary organizations, other. Each Accountant will be responsible for multiple funds and/or grants.
  • Implements general accounting, property accounting, budgeting and internal control protocols to ensure that transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP, HUD-requirements and the financial requirements established by the CFO.
  • Interprets operating results as they affect the financial aspects of the Authority and makes specific recommendations to their Supervisor which will result in cost reduction and profit improvement.
  • Monitor accounts for the correct and accurate accounting classifications of all expenditures and documents, including capital and others.
  • Assists in preparing for all HUD, Tax Credit and independent audits and/or reviews.
  • Assists in the preparation of statistics for periodic and yearly financial statements, including the preparation of charts and graphs showing progress, conditions and results.
  • Assists in the in the design and implementation of accounting-related computer applications.
  • Prepare a variety of regular and special reports and analyses as needed by the organization.
  • Process accounts payable.
  • Prepare cost allocations.
  •  Prepare and review journal entries.
  • Prepare and process non-routing transactions.
  • Prepare and review journal entries.
  • Prepare and process non-routing transactions.
  • Perform bank reconciliations.
  • Closes general ledgers.
  • Prepare and issue required monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statements, prepare and analyze budget to actual reports, analyze and reconcile accounts and comments on significant variances or trends.
  • Work closely with the operating departments on the preparation of operating, capital, development, and/or cash budgets to issue periodic cost center operating statements. Develops recommendations to maintain budget controls.
  • Carrying out the organization's accounting policies and or ensuring compliance with, assisting other departments in forecasting personnel and financial needs, accelerating cash receipts and controlling disbursements, overseeing bank balances, maintaining lines of credit and banking relationships, recommending investment vehicles (and coordinating cash needs with investments), establishing and maintaining credit and collection procedures, and evaluating and implementing computerized accounting system.
  • Prepare and/or review a variety of federal and state tax returns and/or reports as required.
  • Assists in reviewing the organization's accounting and administrative methods, systems, controls and policies and recommends improvements to increase overall effectiveness.
  • Maintains a high level of expertise in the field of housing, HAP and/or Real Estate accounting as required.
  • Outlines and monitors cash-flow.
  • If required, prepares all information for LOCCS drawdowns and serves as backup to the LOCCS Officer for all HUD grant programs (CGP, PHDEP, etc.). Draws down funds.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualification:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance or related field.
Required Experience:
  • A minimum of four (4) years of experience as an Accountant, ideally gained through employment in a Real Estate Development Company.
  • Certified Public Accountant preferred.
  • Familiar with accounting for Development Projects and interrelated organizations/programs creating intercompany/related party transactions,
  • Experience with processing Accounts Payable, Revenue Collection, Journal Entry Processing, General Ledger reviews, Budget preparation and monitoring, Financial Statement preparation and review.
  • Working knowledge of manual and automated computer systems, well-developed financial analysis capabilities, and demonstrated ability to manage microcomputer operations and applications.
  • Sound administrative skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Hands on experience using a personal computer system and Microsoft programs.
Personal Characteristics:
  • High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with normal activities.
  • Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
  • Superior numeric skills.
  • Well organized.
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to establish credibility and be decisive, but able to recognize and support the organization's preference and priorities.

About our Company: -

22nd Century Technologies, Inc., is one of the fastest growing IT Service Integrator and Workforce Solution companies in the United States. Founded in 1997, 22nd Century Technologies is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise with 6,000+ people including 600+ Cyber SMEs nationwide supporting our customers in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. With HQs in Somerset, NJ and Mclean, VA, 22nd Century has 14 offices throughout the United States. As part of our unrelenting focus on quality and compliance, 22nd Century Technologies’ delivery is based on Certified Matured Processes including CMMI L3 Dev & SVC, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and ISO 9001 quality processes. With a strong focus on the public sector, 22nd Century currently holds government contracts with 14 out of 15 Federal Executive agencies including DoD, 37 other Federal agencies, 50 States, 115+ Local agencies, and 37 School Districts. In the last three years, we have expanded our services to Fortune 500 and other commercial clients and currently support 80+ commercial clients.

Recognized among “Best Company to Work For” by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients’ expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated.
“22nd Century Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer" and “US Citizens & all other parties authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply."

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

 

Contact Information
Sandeep Gill |Hiring Manager sandeepg@tscti.com |O: 804-372-0705 Ext. 2130 |Cell: 804-429-3261
Job Summary
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
Pay rate: $28.00/Hr W2
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
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