Program Assistant (Non-Profit) jobs in Huntington, NY

CDLI Overview:

Community Development Corporation of Long Island (CDCLI) was founded in 1969 when government, business, and civic leaders on Long Island came together to address the growing demand for affordable housing. Today, CDCLI is a regional and national leader in affordable housing and community development and is committed to making residents’ dreams of long-term economic stability come true.

With our mission to “invest in the housing and economic aspirations of individuals and families by providing solutions that foster and maintain vibrant, equitable and sustainable communities,” CDCLI remains steadfast to its three pillars of focus: Community Development and Housing for All; Economic Stability; and Advocacy.

 DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND REQUIREMENTS include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Manage daily accounting activities including A/P, A/R, general ledger, journal entries, restricted and unrestricted funds, review bank reconciliations and payroll
• Prepare or direct the preparation of regulatory/monthly/quarterly/annual financial reports and budgets
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget 
• Prepare agency Forms 990 and 5500 
• Analyze and respond to inquiries from department heads and external partners and government agencies
• Assist program managers with billing and vouchering processes
• Prepare Financial Statements for Board meetings
• Assist with month-end closing and year-end audit processes

Staff Supervision: 

• Plan, direct, supervise and coordinate work activities of the following positions: General Accountant, Staff Accountants, and Bookkeeper/clerk
• Participate in and make recommendations regarding the interviewing, selecting, disciplining, and terminating of direct line staff
• Conduct annual performance evaluations and identify training needs

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting which can be offset by experience, and a minimum of five (5) years experience in general accounting, including financial statement preparation and analysis, budgeting, accounts payable/receivable and payroll. Knowledge of automated accounting systems, strong verbal and written communication skills and PC literacy with an emphasis on spreadsheet software are required. Non Profit Experience.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.