Accountant

Job Title : Accountant

Location : Pittsfield, MA

Schedule : Full-Time | Weekdays, 1st Shift

Pay Rate : $28.20 - $28.21 per hour

Position Overview :

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join our Finance team. This position plays a key role in managing residential billing, subsidy administration, and accounts receivable , while supporting general accounting operations. The ideal candidate will ensure timely and accurate processing of client charges and payments, maintain up-to-date financial records, and contribute to reconciliation and reporting efforts. This role also provides cross-functional support to the Finance and Administration teams, helping maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities :

Residential Billing & Subsidy Management :

Manage billing for client care charges, rent advances, and lease subsidy payments related to transitional and permanent housing programs

Handle all finance tasks related to lease subsidy agreements, including client invoicing, landlord payments, and income-based rent adjustments

Maintain accurate monthly residential billing rosters

Ensure annual updates for Group Living Environment (GLE) clients, including Social Security adjustments and agreement renewals

Accounts Receivable :

Track and record payments for contracts, grants, third-party payers, and other receipts

Post daily deposits and monitor outstanding deposits

Reconcile client accounts receivable

Payment Processing & Reconciliation :

Generate client invoices for programs including Community First Choice (CFC), rent, and housing initiatives

Apply payments made via cash, check, credit card, or electronic funds transfer (EFT)

Reconcile deposits and debits to ensure accurate financial reporting

General Ledger & Accounting Support :

Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close activities

Support general accounting tasks, including accounts payable and state contract billing

Assist with budgeting, contracting, and related financial analysis and documentation

Team Collaboration & Administrative Support :

Provide cross-coverage for key finance functions including AP, cash receipts, and payment applications

Collaborate with the Controller and finance team to develop solutions for fiscal challenges and support ongoing projects

Recommend process improvements and maintain best practices within the finance function

Qualifications & Requirements :

Education :

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field preferred

Associate's degree with significant relevant experience will be considered

Prior experience in nonprofit, healthcare, or residential billing environments is a plus

Experience :

2-3 years of hands-on accounting or accounts receivable experience strongly preferred

Familiarity with contract billing processes is beneficial

Skills & Competencies :

Solid understanding of accounting principles and attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office tools

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Excellent communication and customer service abilities

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Join our dedicated Finance team and help support a mission-driven organization with your accounting expertise.

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