Thrive and Change Lives

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development, collaboration, and the elimination of poverty and injustice; helping people in need regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, or nationality. We believe that all people have infinite value and are worthy of our respect and compassion. Above all, we are committed to creating hope and transforming lives.

We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others. For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work!

Flexible Work Schedules

Remitted Tuition

Professional Development

Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits

Professional Supervision and Coaching

Recognition and Appreciation Programs

Opportunities for Growth and Promotion

The Accountant will perform general ledger tasks and financial reporting functions for Catholic Charities of Onondaga County and/or other agencies that we serve. Perform general ledger accounting and reporting tasks for assigned programs. This includes but is not limited to accurately classifying cash disbursements and cash receipts, preparing journal entries, and preparing balance sheet reconciliations. Prepare claims for funding sources. Monitor collection of cash against claims submitted to funding sources. Collaborate with programmatic personnel and funders to prepare contract budgets, analyze budget-versus-actual results, and re-allocate expenses when needed. Understand and adhere to reporting requirements of Catholic Charities, funders, and regulatory agencies. Assist in regular audits of agency’s fiscal records. Contribute to the department’s commitment to continuous improvement. Such initiatives include but are not limited to (i) implementing a new agency credit card platform and (ii) increased digitization of workflows. Serve as backup for various accounting tasks.

This position is based on a 35-hour per work week, on-site 100%. Pay is $32.50/hour.

Education and/or Experience Required at Entry: Associate’s Degree in Accounting.

Licenses/Certificate/Clearances:

• Valid N.Y.S. Driver's License.

Skills/Abilities: Critical thinking skills.  Able and willing to multi-task and embrace change.  Self-motivated with effective time management and project management skills. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Office, Teams).  Organized and attentive to details.  Effective oral and written communication skills. 

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:

• Mobility sufficient to work in an office environment.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate office equipment, including adding machine

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building on our foundation of a diverse workforce; and fostering an inclusive environment that encourages the recruitment and engagement of a workforce that fully represents the community we serve. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race), color, creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, prior arrest/conviction record, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status of being transgender, ancestry, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, reproductive health decision making, or any other basis prohibited by law.