Senior Accountant
About US
The Hellenic Orthodox Community of Astoria St. Demetrios is a long-established religious, educational, and community-based not-for-profit organization serving the Astoria and greater New York City community.
Our Community encompasses two Greek Orthodox churches and a private school serving students from Pre-K through 12th grade.
Our operations include church administration, educational programs, property and facilities management, financial administration, community events, and a variety of charitable and cultural initiatives. As a multifaceted organization, we offer a collaborative working environment where employees interact with clergy, school leadership, administrative staff, volunteers, families, and members of the Parish Council.
We are looking for a detailed, self-driven Senior Accountant for a not-for-profit religious organization and school.
The candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping functions as well as month-end closing process, managing general ledger operations, and delivering insightful financial reporting to the Parish Council.
This is an ideal role for an ambitious accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to take ownership of core financial processes.
Position Overview
Manage accounts payable workflow and priority payments
Prepare detailed weekly cash flow and critical payment reports to support healthy cash flow
Audit general ledger postings to ensure proper coding and classification
Develop cost accounting framework to evaluate profit and loss by class
Conduct budget vs. actual tracking monthly
Review payroll and record in the general ledger
Qualifications & Experience
Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience (Public accounting or high-growth corporate experience preferred)
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
Certifications: CPA a plus
Technical Skills:
Advanced proficiency in Excel
Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online
Organizational Skills
Domain Knowledge: Deep understanding of general ledger structures, and financial statement preparation.
Soft Skills: Strong analytical problem-solving skills, sharp attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary: Salary Range $80,000 – $95,000 per year (commensurate with experience).
- Benefits:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- Work Environment: 100% onsite in Queens
Candidates must currently possess valid authorization to work in the United States and must not require employer sponsorship now or in the future
Posted by Hellenic Orthodox Community of Astoria St Demetrios
30-11 30th Drive
Astoria, NY 11102
Email: [email protected]
Website: saintdemetriosastoria.com
Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
