Job Description

Job Description

The Congregation de Notre Dame is seeking a full-time Staff Accountant at the administrative office in Fairfield, CT, located near the campus of Sacred Heart University.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package including holiday pay, paid sick/personal time, paid vacation, 401k Retirement plan, reserved garage parking, and free access to the fitness center. We invite you to partner with Sisters who have served marginalized communities and championed dignity and respect for all people for over 300 years. Join us to be part of something bigger – using your skills to make a difference in the lives of many.

Responsibilities :

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
• Conduct monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
• Perform accrual accounting and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
• Prepare and present financial reports to management and stakeholders - Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate financial data and reporting
• Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and support

Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA certification preferred - Strong understanding of corporate finance principles and financial acumen
• Proficiency in financial report writing and analysis
• Experience with accounting software such as Sage, Xero, or similar platforms
• Knowledge of auditing procedures and standards
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• We offer competitive compensation packages, including benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. Join our team of dedicated professionals in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Apply now to become a valued member of our accounting team!

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Onsite Gym Access
• Retirement Plan
• On-the-job-training

Company Description

Founded in the 17th century in Montreal by Saint Marguerite Bourgeoys, the Congregation de Notre Dame is a Catholic women's congregation that has long worked to educate girls and boys at all school levels. Education also takes place outside the school walls, and the sisters devote themselves to works that support individuals in their quest for dignity and respect for life.

Carried out on four continents, the work of the Congregation is multi-faceted: social justice and human dignity, protecting creation, teaching, solidarity with women, pastoral ministries, serving the Congregation, preserving memory, and promoting vocation.

The sisters of the Congregation de Notre Dame have their Province headquarters at the Sacred Heart University West Campus. Sisters in the Connecticut area minister in parishes in a Nativity school, as chaplains at Bridgeport Hospital, and Jewish Senior Services. Others work in the campus ministry department at Sacred Heart University, and sisters also minister to immigrant women with learning English and job skills

Company Description

Founded in the 17th century in Montreal by Saint Marguerite Bourgeoys, the Congregation de Notre Dame is a Catholic women's congregation that has long worked to educate girls and boys at all school levels. Education also takes place outside the school walls, and the sisters devote themselves to works that support individuals in their quest for dignity and respect for life.\r\n\r\nCarried out on four continents, the work of the Congregation is multi-faceted: social justice and human dignity, protecting creation, teaching, solidarity with women, pastoral ministries, serving the Congregation, preserving memory, and promoting vocation.\r\n\r\nThe sisters of the Congregation de Notre Dame have their Province headquarters at the Sacred Heart University West Campus. Sisters in the Connecticut area minister in parishes in a Nativity school, as chaplains at Bridgeport Hospital, and Jewish Senior Services. Others work in the campus ministry department at Sacred Heart University, and sisters also minister to immigrant women with learning English and job skills