Accountant - accounts payable (remote)

Highbridge Ashton Civic Services Partners is looking for an Accountant. The job centres on accounts payable for permits, and it would suit someone who likes steady, practical work. We follow procedures carefully and explain them clearly. What you will do • Review invoices and expense reports for accuracy before payment. • Track costs around public records against budget and explain variances to managers. • Keep the chart of accounts and supporting files tidy so anyone can follow them. • Reconcile bank and vendor accounts each month, including anything tied to permits, and clear open items. • Prepare journal entries and support the month-end close on a fixed calendar. What we are looking for • Careful attention to detail and a habit of checking your own work. • Two or more years of hands-on accounting experience. • Solid spreadsheet skills and comfort with an ERP or accounting system. • A clear, patient way of explaining numbers to non-accountants. Nice to have • A degree or certificate in accounting. • Experience with permits. Working arrangement • Contract for nine months, with clear deliverables from the first week. • Fully remote, with quarterly visits in Buffalo. • We will tell you what to expect at each step of the hiring process.