Staff Accountant Job at Nonprofit Religious Educational Institution
Why You Want To Work Here:
We are the flagship seminary of the Episcopal Church. Founded in 1823, we prepare leaders from around the world for both ordained and lay service in the Church. Students from every Episcopal province in the United States and from many other countries have found their way to our seminary to be shaped by the discipline of worship in an environment committed to learning so that they can serve Christ effectively.
Staff Accountant Job Overview:
This position will report directly to the Director of Finance and Accounting, the Staff Accountant is responsible for all areas related to cash management, investment accounting and fixed assets.
Responsibilities of the Staff Accountant:
Cash Management
- Assist with reconciliation of various cash and other balance sheet accounts
- Prepare monthly bank adjusting general journal entries
- Serve as backup to accounts payable and accounts receivable when necessary
Investment Accounting
- Prepare and maintain accurate accounting records for various investment vehicles
- Prepare account reconciliations and process adjusting entries
- Prepare and process quarterly endowment deposits and quarterly spending policies
- Prepare Capital Call and Disbursement documents for investments, as needed
Fixed Assets
· Identify and record capital purchases in fixed asset module
· Record disposals of assets
· Reconcile fixed assets for the annual audit
Other Duties:
- Prepare month-end closing entries
- Prepare monthly financial reports for Department Heads and process requested adjusting entries
- Assist with reconciling various balance sheet accounts
- Process end of year 1099’s
- Attend and take minutes for Finance Committee meeting
- Participate in the annual audit and preparation of requested documentation and reports
- Work with Vice President for Finance and Operations and Director of Finance and Accounting on special projects as needed
Competencies of the Staff Accountant:
- Must have high attention to detail and accuracy, with ability to multi-task
- Must be self-motivated and able to maintain an organized and appropriately prioritized workload
- Excellent communications skills, both oral and written
- Ability to organize task, to organize space, files, and systems to enable efficient services.
- Discreet, professional, and positive attitude and approach to all matters, especially confidential material, and information.
Skills & Abilities of the Staff Accountant:
· BS degree in Finance or Accounting is preferred.
· 1 – 2 years of relevant accounting experience is preferred.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites, Microsoft 365, and other databases
· Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge Accounting Software is preferred.
· Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
· Strong communication skills – written and verbal.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Alexandria, VA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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