Staff Accountant

Who We Are

Innovation and creativity come from the unique perspectives of a diverse staff. We value your perspective.

What You’ll Accomplish

• Get to know the team as well as the systems currently in place for recording and reconciling bank activity.
• Review monthly bank activity following proper internal control procedures to record and report accurate cash flows and assets in general ledger as well as manage abandoned property procedures for outstanding checks issued to vendors and employees.
• Reconcile and analyze monthly general ledger accounts in Financial Edge to ensure transactions are accurate and properly recorded and to ensure the accuracy and completeness of bank statement data on the Museum’s books. Submit reconciliations for monthly review by Manager.
• Assist the Controller and Manager in the annual financial statement audit in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles to ensure accuracy of statements for use by the management, trustees, and outside agencies.
• Engage in cross training within department and act as primary backup to functions assigned by Manager.

What We’re Looking For (Competencies)

• Technical skills: Familiarity with US GAAP guidelines and regulations, and proficiency in Excel and accounting software packages.
• Growth Mindset: Curiosity about improving current systems and procedures, enjoyment of learning and seeking feedback to improve performance.
• Attention to detail: Ability to manage daily data to ensure accurate financial reporting, attention to important details, and commitment to meeting daily, weekly, monthly, and annual financial reporting commitments.

How We Work-Our Values

• Mission-Focused: Inspire a lifelong love of science in everyone.
• Audience-Driven: Everything we do begins with the people we serve.
• Innovative: Curious, take smart risks, share responsibility, and own outcomes.
• Generous: Contribute time and energy toward common goals.

Pay

$60,000 - $64,250 USD