Accounting Clerk

Reports to: Director of Finance

Location: 1603 Court Street, Syracuse NY 13208

Full-Time: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm

Non Exempt

The people we care for come from all walks of life, and so do we. We strive to diversify our workforce, not because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our agency stronger!

About Us

With a history stretching back more than 70 years, AccessCNY is continually growing and expanding our reach. Offering person-centered services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities to reach their full potential as part of our community. Our focus is supporting individuals by ways of residential housing, mental health and clinical services, and immersing our participants in community engagement. Working closely with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities and the Office of Mental Health, we support 27 housing locations and 3 administrative buildings. 

About the Role 

We are looking for a proactive employee to be primarily responsible for processing the Agency’s cash deposits and collections. 

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain master check log file and backup documentation for all deposits received.
• Enter all recurring monthly Level 2 Congregate Care Program Fees into accounts receivable at the start of the month.
• Prepare, review, and verify invoices relative to participants’ monthly Personal Needs Allowances (PNA) in accordance with OMH & OPWDD regulations and current system and generate monthly client invoices participant rosters for processing by accounts payable staff; coordinate with sites for check pickup on monthly basis.
• Assist with annual Agency financial audit in assigned work areas.

Education & Experience 

Associate’s degree in Accounting or Business plus one year finance-related experience preferred; or three years’ experience in a similar role plus High School Diploma or GED required.

Scope of Responsibility:

Use own experience and judgment to carry out the Agency mission and assist with the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department. Work must be performed in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, generally accepted accounting practices, and Agency policies. Prepares items in order of priority. Position involves access to confidential information that must be respected. Contact with the public is service-specific.

Conditions of Employment

Must be an effective communicator over the telephoneand through written correspondence. Must have a valid NYS driver’s license and transportation necessary to meet departmental needs. Must demonstrate ability to work effectively with people with disabilities. Must respect confidentiality. Work involves repetitive motion.

Did you know that AccessCNY offers great health, dental and vision insurance? Additionally we provide a 401(k) match upon hire, PTO, and 11 paid holidays.