Staff Accountant Location: New York City (currently working remotely) About Us Grameen America, Inc.is a fast-growing social business based in NYC dedicated to helping low-income entrepreneurial women who have no access to financial institutions build small businesses to create better lives for their families. We offer microloans, training and support to fight poverty in the United States, starting with the poorest women in every community we serve. Since inception we have served over 100,000 women through our 27 strong (and growing) branch network in the US. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join the Finance team based in our corporate headquarters in New York City. About the Job The Staff Accountant will report to the Director of Accounting and the Manager of Shared Services Accounting. The role will assist with the accounting and reconciliation processes in our Shared Services Center, a group within the accounting department which handles back-office accounting for all our branches. The role will also be involved in various corporate accounting functions within our HQ office. This role will provide the chance for growth and learning opportunities for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities + Daily reconciliations in our shared services branch accounting group, to include reconciling a large volume of loan repayments daily using advanced Excel schedules and automation software. + Ensure integrity of data in Mambu, our loan management information system, through correction of any reconciling items identified during review. + Investigate returned payments to determine legitimacy of chargeback activity and process updates in Mambu and Accounts Payable. + Verify daily loan disbursement activity, with volumes surpassing $2M a day, as per our disbursement partners’ data matches Mambu. + Prepare regular journal entries and reconciliations during the month and month-end close process. + Performs weekly accounts payable process, ensuring proper coding of expenses and approval of purchases against budget. + Manages credit card and travel expense functions using Nexonia and American Express for senior leadership team. + Assists other team members in various accounting processes as needed. + Analyze various P&L and balance sheet accounts on monthly basis. Education/Experience + 1-3 years of experience, working for a non-profit or lending institution in accounting is a plus. + Bachelors degree in accounting or related major. + Committed team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills + Proficiency with and interest in technological methods for improving workflows and increasing productivity. + Very strong Excel skills. + Strong knowledge of GAAP. + Experience with Intacct accounting system a plus; QuickBooks Online is a plus. + Spanish language skills are a plus. We will adhere to all state and/or city COVID 19 vaccine mandate requirements. Grameen America is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All candidates for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.