Company Description Mountain Lake Services, founded in 1967, is a mission-driven organization dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Over more than five decades, the organization has grown from vocational training at Essex Industries to a comprehensive network of residential, day, and community-based services. Its work is grounded in partnering with people of all abilities to live their best lives and in serving as an inspirational model through excellence, innovation, and meaningful connections. Mountain Lake Services is committed to supporting individuals, their families, and local communities so that everyone has the opportunity to thrive. This commitment shapes both the services provided and the workplace culture for team members.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, preparing financial reports, reconciling accounts, processing transactions, and providing financial analysis to support organizational decision-making. They help safeguard assets, monitor financial performance, and ensure the integrity of the organization's financial information.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: include but are not limited to the following.
· Month end closing of Mountain Lake Services books, including revenue computations for all programs, posting of all standard and adjusting journal entries, allocation of overhead expensed to programs, review of investments, preparation and review of financial statements, internal variance reports and sub-contract report.
· Preparation of quarterly fiscal reports (FSS & ISS).
· Month end closing of holding companies, Fiscal Intermediary and Foundation books, including posting of monthly journal entries to general ledger.
· Monthly billing/revenue reconciliation.
· Preparation of financial reports including consolidated monthly NYSARC report and Board Treasurers Report.
· Review accounts payable and cash management edit list batch transactions.
· Complete monthly bank reconciliations.
· Serve as backup for entering cash management transactions.
· Lead internal financial audit team.
· Assist with preparation of annual CFR report.
· Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift and move file boxes at times.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required. Previous accounting experience preferred.
