The Role
Staff Accountant supporting the Controller with accounts receivable, invoicing, deposits, payment application, collections, revenue tracking, reconciliations, reporting, audits, and other accounting functions. The role communicates with internal departments and external vendors, analyzes variances, supports financial reporting, and contributes to special projects. It requires a bachelor’s degree, 3–5 years of accounting experience, accounting software proficiency, strong organization, attention to detail, and clear communication.
Summary Generated by Built In
OVERVIEWA popular year-round destination, Governors Island is a 172-acre island in the heart of New York Harbor located between Lower Manhattan and the Brooklyn waterfront. For almost two centuries, the Island was closed to the public, operating as a military base for the U.S. Army and, later, the Coast Guard. Today, an award-winning park is complemented by dozens of unique historic buildings, educational and cultural facilities, a rich arts and culture program and a 22-acre National Monument managed by the National Park Service. Looking ahead, the long-term vision for Governors Island focuses on continuing to expand year-round public access by enlivening it with transformative public art and culture, extraordinary recreational and open space, and research and education dedicated to addressing the global climate crisis.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The staff accountant will support the Controller as an essential member of the Finance team, responsible for day-to-day activities focused on Accounts Receivable, handling additional accounting tasks as needed. The Trust for Governors Island (the “Trust”) has an active list of concessionaires, food vendors, event producers, cultural program sponsors and tenants that are charged site fees, fees for service, and rent; some have revenue share agreements. The staff accountant will be directly involved in billing and collections. This role entails close communication with Trust staff as well as outside organizations working on the Governors Island.
Responsibilities include:
Education: BA/BS in accounting or related field.
Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of professional accounting experience, preferably in a not-for-profit or government environment.
Skills and Abilities:
Generous paid time off and excellent benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance and retirement plan with company contributions.
Location and Schedule: All positions are located on Governors Island. This position is in-person four days a week with one day of remote work.
TO APPLY
(*No phone calls please.)
You must submit a cover letter with your resume in one pdf document.
The Trust for Governors Island values the importance of inclusion, accessibility and a diverse pool of applicants. The Trust for Governors Island does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, genetic information, marital status, membership in an employee organization, military service, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, or other non-merit factor.
ABOUT THE TRUST FOR GOVERNORS ISLAND
The Trust for Governors Island is a nonprofit corporation created by the City of New York. It is responsible for the redevelopment and operation of 150 acres of Governors Island. The Trust's mission is to realize the full potential of Governors Island for the inspiration and enjoyment of all New Yorkers, demonstrating a bold vision for public space. For more information, visit www.govisland.org
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The staff accountant will support the Controller as an essential member of the Finance team, responsible for day-to-day activities focused on Accounts Receivable, handling additional accounting tasks as needed. The Trust for Governors Island (the “Trust”) has an active list of concessionaires, food vendors, event producers, cultural program sponsors and tenants that are charged site fees, fees for service, and rent; some have revenue share agreements. The staff accountant will be directly involved in billing and collections. This role entails close communication with Trust staff as well as outside organizations working on the Governors Island.
Responsibilities include:
- Generating invoices in the Yardi accounting system (familiarity with this system is a plus)
- Posting daily deposits, both wire transfers and checks, and applying payments to invoices
- Generating outstanding A/R reports and updating the Controller and CFO on status
- Initiating revenue collection, following up on outstanding A/R issues, and communicating with clients regarding billing discrepancies and overdue payments
- Recording and developing tracking methods for other revenue entries, such as grants and gifts, unearned revenue and revenue recognition
- Collaborating with other departments to ensure that transactions are recorded properly, variances analyzed and corrective actions taken towards achieving the Trust’s financial goals
- Supporting additional accounting functions as needed, such as payroll, accounts payable, monthly bank reconciliations, sales tax remittances, and other monthly reports
- Assisting the Controller with the annual audit and preparation of quarterly financial reports
- Participating in special projects and analyses upon request
Education: BA/BS in accounting or related field.
Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of professional accounting experience, preferably in a not-for-profit or government environment.
Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency in the use of accounting software as well as Excel, Word and Outlook; experience with Yardi a plus
- Strong organizational skills, with an eye for detail and the ability to follow-up independently
- Clear communication skills
Generous paid time off and excellent benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance and retirement plan with company contributions.
Location and Schedule: All positions are located on Governors Island. This position is in-person four days a week with one day of remote work.
TO APPLY
(*No phone calls please.)
You must submit a cover letter with your resume in one pdf document.
The Trust for Governors Island values the importance of inclusion, accessibility and a diverse pool of applicants. The Trust for Governors Island does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, genetic information, marital status, membership in an employee organization, military service, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, or other non-merit factor.
ABOUT THE TRUST FOR GOVERNORS ISLAND
The Trust for Governors Island is a nonprofit corporation created by the City of New York. It is responsible for the redevelopment and operation of 150 acres of Governors Island. The Trust's mission is to realize the full potential of Governors Island for the inspiration and enjoyment of all New Yorkers, demonstrating a bold vision for public space. For more information, visit www.govisland.org
Skills Required
- BA or BS in accounting or a related field
- 3–5 years of professional accounting experience
- Proficiency with accounting software
- Proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Experience with Yardi
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow up independently
- Clear communication skills
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What We Do
Governors Island is a public park and cultural destination in New York Harbor, featuring arts, culture, recreation, hospitality, and retail, and serves as a hub for climate solutions.
