Accountant

Accountant

Experience          Mid-Level (2-5 years)
Location              Stamford, CT
Area                     Finance

Business             Cohen Veterans Network, Inc. 

Status                  Full Time – Exempt 

Job Grade           03

A Career with Cohen Veterans Network, Inc 

At Cohen Veterans Network, we seek to improve the quality of life for veterans, including those from the National Guard and Reserves, active duty, and their families. CVN works to strengthen mental health outcomes and complement existing support. Our vision is to ensure that every veteran, active-duty service member, and family member is able to obtain access to high-quality care that enables them to lead fulfilling and productive lives. The Cohen Veterans Network, Inc., is a not-for-profit philanthropic organization (a registered 501c3 Private Foundation).  

What you’ll do 

We are looking to add an Accountant to our team. Under the direction of the Assistant Accountant Manager, you are responsible for providing essential support to the Finance & Compliance team of CVN and its Managed Services Organization (MSO) through hands-on work with accounts payable, data entry, recordkeeping, and vendor management. You will ensure timely processing of financial transactions and the accurate maintenance of financial records, supporting the organization’s operations and compliance standards. Specifically, you will: 

Accounts & Grants Payable

• Process invoices, check requests and employee expense reports in a timely and accurate manner
• Process grant payments by electronic transfer and maintain accurate records of grants payable
• Process bi-weekly payment runs (check, ACH, and wire), ensuring proper documentation and approvals.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and coordinate with staff to resolve discrepancies or missing information.
• Review payment requests for compliance with internal policies.

Vendor & Donor/Constituent Management

• Create and maintain vendor and constituent records submitted by employees, ensuring accuracy and completeness (W-9s, banking info, etc.).
• Manage updates to vendor and constituent profiles in the financial system, including address, tax ID, and classification data.
• Support internal staff with vendor onboarding and compliance with finance procedures.
• Verify duplicate or inactive records and help clean up system data as needed.

Banking and Cash Management

• Reconcile bank accounts monthly

General Ledger, Audit and Reporting

• Prepare journal entries and assist with monthly account reconciliations.
• Maintain organized and accurate digital files for financial transactions and support documentation.
• Assist with month-end close tasks and audit preparation as directed.
• Track and reconcile receipts and deposits, including checks and online payments.
• Assist with the annual year-end IRS Forms 1099 and 1096 and workers compensation audits

General Support & Projects

• Support the Finance team with data collection and reporting tasks.
• Assist with implementation and updates of financial policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned by the Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant, Controller or SVP Finance.

What’s Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field preferred.

• 3 years of accounting/bookkeeping/administration, Experience working with vendors or donor/constituent databases is a plus. Nonprofit experience a plus

• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, Sage or Financial Edge).
• Experience with expense systems such as Concur is a plus.
• Strong technical skills including Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint and other Office applications
• Some travel required 
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards 
• You are willing to be a part of a small, dynamic, and innovative team while contributing your voice to all aspects of the CVN and its growth. 

We take care of our people 

• Fully paid health care benefits 

• Generous leave policies 

• Substantial PTO and sick leave 

• Mental and physical wellness programs 

• Support a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which empowers our people to be who they are, contribute their unique perspectives and make a difference in the lives of who we serve  

• Professional learning and development opportunities 

• Company teambuilding events 

• This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. 

• A laptop and additional computer equipment will be provided to you by the company 

• A 401(k) savings program with an employer match and more 

The programs and initiatives of Cohen Veterans Network are staffed by talented individuals who have the passion, drive, and skills necessary to fulfill our mission. CVN is an Equal Opportunity Employer, appreciates and values individual differences, and welcomes diversity in its broadest definition. We are committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect.  

The annual base salary range for this role is $64,000 - $80,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary annual bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.