Budget Accountant (Req 100884) Watervliet, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1601+Broadway+Watervliet+NY+USA+12189) Apply Description GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Budget Accountant at Whitney Young Health assists with managing and analyzing financial budgets, preparing monthly, quarterly and annual department reports with all supporting documents. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: + Prepare and maintain financial budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses. + Monitor budget performance and provide insights on financial trends. + Reconcile budget discrepancies and resolve any issues promptly. + Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual department reports with all supporting documents. + Assist CFO and Director of Accounting for budget process and upload the final approved budget to the system. + Support the finance team with financial analysis and projects as needed. + Covers the job for the finance activities in the absence of Account and Grant Accountant such as depositing cash and checks, posting journal entries and gathering monthly grant spending. + Demonstrates excellence in both internal and external customer service. + Understands and is able to effectively communicate HIPAA compliance, corporate compliance and client confidentiality. + Ensures and/or remains in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. + Adheres to the National Patient Safety Goals as defined by the Joint Commission and the Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Center. + Completes other duties as assigned. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field with one (1) year of business related experience; has practical skills using Microsoft Office tools; including MS Word and Excel. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with Sage Intacct, Paylocity, Yooz Purchase System, and Health care management experience is a plus. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status. Salary Range: $28.00 - $30.00 hourly