Staff Accountant

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution•Woods Hole, MA

13h

About The Position

This position performs a range of accounting duties requiring a general understanding of accounting principles, experience compiling and analyzing data and report generation. Prepares balance sheet reconciliations, work papers and other underlying documentation supporting transactions recorded in the Institution’s general ledger and job ledger. Uses internal policies and relevant external regulations to identify and provide input in recording and summarizing transactions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field
3+ years hands on general ledger accounting & reconciliation work
2 years of assistance in monthly financial statements
3+ years of responsible, professional experience that can attest to a comprehensive knowledge of broad-based financial accounting functions
Demonstrates knowledge and experience of system applications related to financial accounting and ability to learn new systems
Intermediate – Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills & proficiency with all Microsoft Office products
Must be highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Exceptional ability to work collaboratively and provide customer service with internal staff and external partners
Excellent written and verbal communication

Nice To Haves

Non-profit and/or public accounting experience
GAAP and related financial accounting experience
Experience with large ERP systems, Workday strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for designated Balance Sheet/SOP reconciliations
Preparation & maintenance of account reconciliations with appropriate supporting documentation
Preparation of journal entries
Assists in preparation of monthly Financial Statement package
Assists in month end Financial Statement Close
Accounting for monthly transactions for retirement plans
Assists in annual Financial Statement Audit
Assists in annual 990 preparation
Leverages accounting software and IT systems to effectively perform duties.
Assists in ERP implementation as needed to include data review/transfer & reconciliation between existing and proposed systems
Performs other duties as deemed necessary
Cross training to support Finance & Accounting department