Junior Accountant

Job Description

Junior Accountant | Brooklyn, NY | Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite / 2 Days WFH | Salary: $65,000–$68,000

About the role

A well-established Brooklyn nonprofit with $82M in annual revenue is seeking a Junior Accountant to join their billing and compliance team. Reporting to the Senior Billing and Compliance Manager, this role is responsible for grant invoicing, expenditure monitoring, financial reporting, and audit support — ideal for an early-career accounting professional looking to build real-world nonprofit finance experience.

What you'll actually do

• Prepare monthly and quarterly invoices and vouchers for assigned grants and contracts
• Maintain a reporting schedule to track voucher submissions and deadlines
• Review expenses for compliance with funder guidelines, ensuring reasonableness and allowability
• Conduct general ledger reviews and analysis for externally funded programs
• Prepare and post journal entries as needed based on financial reviews
• Reconcile cash receipts and contributions
• Maintain and update budget-to-actual analysis templates
• Coordinate with Payroll and AP to compile required financial data
• Prepare sub-contractor agreements and process monthly invoices
• Monitor aged receivables and follow up as needed
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining audit-ready documentation
• Assist departments with budget development for grant proposals and renewals
• Respond promptly to inquiries from funders, internal teams, and external partners

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred; Associate's degree or equivalent with 1–2 years of relevant experience considered
• 1–2 years of accounting or billing experience — nonprofit experience a strong plus; international experience accepted
• Basic accounting knowledge and ability to interpret general ledger data
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with city and state agency funding processes (DEP, DOE, DOH, HRA, OASAS, etc.) preferred
• Experience with Yardi or similar financial systems a plus
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams

Environment A large, mission-driven nonprofit headquartered in Bushwick with 500+ employees and over 50 years of community impact across housing, health, home care, and social services. The finance team operates across a complex, multi-funder environment with significant grant activity and direct agency relationships. Strong fit for an early-career accountant who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and motivated by meaningful work.

Additional details

• Schedule: Mon–Fri | Hybrid — 3 days onsite / 2 days WFH | Brooklyn, NY
• Software: Yardi (preferred), Microsoft Excel
• Interview process: Video interview → In-person interview → Offer
• Benefits: Health/vision/dental, 403(b), pension plan, commuter benefits, FSA, life insurance, short-term disability, EAP, PTO accrual, and company-paid holidays