Financial Accountant

Ohio History Connection•Columbus, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Accountant works as part of the accounting team to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. Responsible for month-end and year-end closing processes and financial statement preparation; maintaining various financial schedules for accrual and project management purposes; performing monthly reconciliations on balance sheet accounts. The Financial Accountant serves in a primary supporting role to the Accounting Manager in matters related to the organization's financial reporting and oversight.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a relevant field
Three to five years relevant working experience
Working knowledge of accounting systems
A strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is essential for accurate financial reporting
Understanding of internal controls and fraud prevention in accounting and payroll practices
Understand basic project management processes
Ability to communicate with staff and the public, both orally and in writing.
Excellent presentation skills.
Understanding of financial reporting and budgeting processes
Proficiency in various office software suites and virtual platforms, including but not limited to Microsoft 365.
Effective organizational skills, including attention to detail, prioritizing and managing multiple tasks for yourself, and being accountable to the organization for said tasks
Can locate and use resources to get things done, orchestrates multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal, uses resources effectively and efficiently, and arranges information in a useful manner.
Assumes accountability of role and responsibilities; anticipates the needs of others.
Able to process information in a consistent manner, simultaneously displaying adaptability when necessary.
Strategic thinker who is self-directed.
Engages and collaborates with a variety of internal and external colleagues and stakeholders, taking ownership of the process when appropriate.
Sound judgement and the ability to make reasonable decisions in the absence of direction.

Responsibilities

Prepare timely and accurate monthly financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
Maintain the general ledger, accrued revenue and expense schedules, and ensure the integrity of financial records.
Assist with the development, monitoring, and documentation of the annual organizational budget.
Manage accounting and financial reporting for major capital projects, including State Capital Appropriations, OFCC billings, and funding releases.
Monitor and report on GRF revenue, contribution revenue, intercompany transactions, and foundation-related accounting activities.
Maintain fixed asset records, including capitalization, depreciation, and related reporting requirements.
Review weekly invoice reports and provide financial analysis, recommendations, and support to departments and management.
Support the annual audit, year-end close process, and compliance with federal, state, grant, and organizational requirements.
Develop, implement, and communicate financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to improve operational effectiveness.
Provide financial guidance, resolve accounting issues, maintain professional expertise, and perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Other duties as assigned