Staff Accountant - General Ledger

American Public Health Association•Washington, DC

2d•$70,000 - $79,999•Hybrid

About The Position

Assists the CFO and Controller of the Finance Department in carrying out the day-to-day accounting activities with emphasis on bank and general ledger transactions. Ensure the Association’s accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles, Federal, State, and Local laws as it relates to General Ledger Staff Accountant functions.

Requirements

College degree in accounting or any equivalent combination of training and experience that produces the knowledge of methods, practices and terminology used in accounting.
Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in non-profit accounting.
Must be able to work effectively with staff, APHA members and external contacts.
Project oriented.
Must be willing to work overtime, including weekends and travel to staff APHA related meetings as needed.
Ability to lift and "or" move up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Experience with IMIS and/or Great Plains preferred.

Responsibilities

Reconcile all electronic payments (credits cards-PayPal; wire payments) to prepare monthly bank reconciliations and reconcile statements to general ledger.
Reconcile and record investment transactions to the general ledger as required by financial standards.
Finance staff liaison for outsourced Association subscriptions activities by performing reconciliations and recording to the general ledger accounts.
Communicate & coordinate with outside partners/vendors/fulfillment house to maintain workflow of systems, processes, and publication/subscription orders.
Reconcile and record monthly deferred subscription activity.
Finance staff liaison for outsourced for the Association book sales activities by performing reconciliations and recording to the general ledger accounts.
Assist the CFO with special projects as required including preparation for the annual audit and compilation of financial information and account analysis.
Perform other duties as assigned based on needs of the department and the Association.