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Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Stimson Center • Washington, DC, US
30+ days ago
Salary
$73,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Staff Accountant

Until Filled (EST)

Washington, DC, USA

73,000-85,000 per year

Salary

Full Time

FTE: 100%

Salary: $73,000 to $85,000

Location: Washington, DC

About Stimson

The Henry L. Stimson Center (Stimson), a nonpartisan global security think tank located in Washington, DC. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and employee well-being.

About the Position

We seek a Staff Accountant, reporting to the Accounting Director. The Staff Accountant will be a key part of the finance team, supporting the Accounting Director with an array of financial functions.

Responsibilities:

  • Performs general accounting functions in support of the month-end and year-end close
  • Prepares schedules for review by the Accounting Director
  • Prepares journal entries for review by the Accounting Director
  • Prepares multiple cost allocation schedules on a monthly basis
  • Responsible for processing Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable
  • Interacts with staff, vendors and bank personnel in a professional manner
  • Tracks international wires as needed to ensure successful payment
  • Ensures adherence to established procedures and internal controls
  • Ensures compliance with sponsoring agency regulations
  • Assists Accounting Director in research as needed
  • Assists in preparation of the annual financial audit and intermittant programmatic audits
  • Assists in preparation of the 990 and related activities
  • Supports the Accounting Director with various other activities and projects, as needed
  • Acts as a backup for various accounting functions as needed

Qualifications required:

  • Bachelors degree in accounting or equivalent work experience
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
  • Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting system
  • Experience working with Anybill or a similar accounts payable software
  • Intermediate Excel skills
  • Knowledge of nonprofit accounting requirements, GAAP and Uniform Guidance
  • Knowledge of foreign exchange transactions

Qualifications preferred:

  • Highly motivated, energetic, innovative, and able to excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Organized, flexible, proactive, and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
  • Collaborative with strong interpersonal skills for building authentic, professional relationships with staff and affiliates. This person understands that organizations are only as good as the people working there and the relationships they build and sustain.
  • Dedicated to practices that support our mission-driven work, align with Stimson's vision, core values, strategic goals, standards of conduct, and operational objectives

We welcome applications from candidates who may not meet all preferred qualifications.

Application requirements:

  • Qualified candidates should submit cover letter with salary requirements and resume
  • Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Employee Benefits

15 Vacation Days, 10 Sick Days, 13 Paid Holidays, Medical and Dental Insurance, Retirement Match, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Plan, Commuting, Wellness, Education Benefits, Parental Leave, and Bereavement Leave.

Stimson is an equal-opportunity employer. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable laws.

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