• work in collaboration with the Grant Finance Manager to implement the project’s infrastructure and systems needed to support the project and the organization’s strategic objectives • involved with project implementation finances, including start up, close-out, project cost management, reconciliation of project accounts, financial reporting to project staff • financial analysis, data interpretation, and complying with Federal and State reporting requirements • collaborate with Finance colleagues in best practice activities to streamline the flow of project-related information and financial data, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and donor policies and procedures • accountable for assisting the Grant Finance Manager in analyzing project costs and providing financial decision support • continually evaluate best industry practices in comparison to internal systems and needed resources.

• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations for various accounting areas including but not limited to: • Commission accruals and deferrals - prepare the accrual, capitalization and amortization of commissions and other contract costs. • Revenue contract review - ensure the accurate review and documentation of non-standard contract language. • Revenue reconciliations - ensure revenue impacts on contract amendments and modifications are accurate and ready to be posted for the month. • Take on new accounting areas as the business scales • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring all entries are appropriately supported and in line with GAAP. • Prepare documentation and support for internal and external audits. • Assist with implementing and optimizing accounting systems and tools to drive efficiency. • Develop and maintain ad-hoc revenue reporting. • Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, and People teams to support business initiatives and ensure accounting impacts are considered.

The Associate Accountant plays a pivotal role in maintaining the financial integrity of the organization by bridging the gap between traditional General Ledger accounting and active Treasury management. This role is responsible for ensuring balance sheet accuracy, optimizing daily liquidity, and supporting debt compliance through rigorous month-end execution and cash forecasting. The successful candidate will directly impact the company’s ability to predict working capital needs and maintain strong relationships with external auditors and lenders. WHAT YOU'LL DO: - Core Accounting & Month-End: Own the full-cycle GL process for assigned accounts, including journal entries for accruals, prepaid amortization, and depreciation to support a timely close. - Treasury & Cash Positioning: Manage daily bank activity and reporting; initiate wire/ACH transfers and monitor opening/closing cash positions across all entities. - Balance Sheet Integrity: Perform monthly reconciliations for key operational accounts (Inventory, Fixed Assets, Debt) and resolve variances immediately. - Liquidity Forecasting: Update actuals within the 13-week cash flow model to assist the Controller in predicting future working capital needs. - Audit & Compliance: Serve as a point of contact for external auditors and assist in preparing monthly borrowing base certificates or debt covenant schedules. - Process Optimization: Identify and document improvements for accounting workflows to strengthen internal controls and reduce banking fees. WHAT YOU'LL BRING: - Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. - Experience: 0–2 years of accounting or treasury experience (relevant internships included). - Technical Skills: Strong foundational understanding of GAAP (accrual vs. cash basis), Debits/Credits, and advanced Excel proficiency (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, Data Visualization). - Attention to Detail: Proven ability to reconcile complex data sets and identify discrepancies. - Certification: CPA designation or currently active on the CPA track . - System Experience: Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Sage Intacct) and treasury management software preferred. - Industry Knowledge: Experience in a high-growth environment or with debt-serviced organizations preferred. - Commutable to NJ headquarters preferred

• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation in Quickbooks • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis • Assist in month-end, and year-end close processes • Receive, review and process vendor invoices • Assist with audit preparation and tax compliance activities • Complete Ad hoc accounting related requests