Staff Accountant (Entry Level)

Newfields a Place for Nature & The Arts • Indianapolis, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

To accurately record and report revenue in accordance with Newfield’s accounting standards and support the reporting and audit processes. Manage the recording of donations and memberships.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience in a similar role or recent degree in accounting, business, or finance.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
• Experience in financial planning and fund accounting.
• Knowledge of government laws and regulations.
• Computer skills, including knowledge of accounting software.
• Organizational, analytical, and managerial skills.

Nice To Haves

• Preference given to candidates with beginning and intermediate accounting coursework.

Responsibilities

• Oversee revenue recognition for all revenue streams and reconcile revenue accounts.
• Accurately record and reconcile revenue transactions, ensuring timeliness and accuracy in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Provide data analytics to identify trends, variance, and financial performance versus target.
• Develop and implement processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Assisted in the budgeting and forecasting process and collaborated with other departments to ensure reporting accuracy.
• Ensure timely invoicing and collection of accounts receivable and assist in managing the write-off process.
• Provide oversight of inventory reporting and management practices.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial reports and assist with audit preparation in areas of responsibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level