Job Description

Job Category

Administrative

Requisition Number

FINAN001215



Posting Details
Posted: October 13, 2025
Full-Time


On-site


Locations

Burlington, VT 05401, USA




Job Details
Description


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Financial Accountant

Serve as an integral part of Howard Center's accounting team to account for the Agency's operations in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Conduct and document complex accounting activities or financial analysis as dictated by business need.

Responsibilities:

Assist with the monthly and annual close process including GL reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting Ensure accounting records are retained according to company, IRS and accounting requirements, and prepare funding specific financial reports Assist in the preparation of year-end audit requirements and schedules. Administration and development of budget software including maintenance, modeling, and reconciliation with other data set/systems Advise Accounts Receivable & billing in grant & contract GL coding

Requirements:

Four years of direct experience in accounting Working knowledge of GAAP Experience with a computerized general ledger software

Structure:

Full-time Salary starting at $70,321.82 We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience

Benefits:

Generous time off starting at 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more Comprehensive Health Insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible. Two Dental options Vision Insurance Employer 401(k) contributions Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account Childcare Stipend Employee Assistance Program Employee referral program with financial payment Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!

Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.


Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.


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