Alexandria, VA
Alexandria, VA
Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, Virginia
Arlington, VA
Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, Virginia
Posted: 10-Jan-23
Location: Remote
Type: Full Time (Remote Only)
Salary: $70,000-$80,000
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Accounting Manager
Reports to: Vice President, Finance and Administration
Primary Functions
This position maintains Accounts Payable and various General Ledger reconciliations. Communicates accounts receivable and collection information to other departments for processing. Provides support to VP Finance and Administration and other departments in accounting matters.
Specific Responsibilities
- Creates all batches in NetForum.
- Reviews all incoming cash receipts. Uploads deposit documents to TEAMS for processing by departments.
- Maintains deposit logs for all internal check deposits in TEAMS.
- Reviews and posts all batches in NetForum.
- Reviews and imports all deposits into accounting software – Sage MIP.
- Reports outstanding invoices to departments for collections. Performs monthly closeout process for all NIRI programs to ensure accurate and appropriate recording of revenues and expenses, including reconciliations between Netforum and MIP accounting software.
- Reconcile Chapter payments between NetForum and MIP.
- Works with departments to research and resolve routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status; communicates the resolution to the appropriate persons.
- Performs accounts payable (AP) functions; enters new vendors as necessary.
- Prepares and processes approved invoices uploaded in TEAMS prepares for ACH/Wire processing.
- Handles vendor correspondence via phone or email; investigates and resolves problems associated with processing of invoices.
- Files and maintains all accounts payable documents in TEAM and accounting drive.
- Works with VP, Finance to maintain the fixed asset inventory system by recording all items in the inventory; maintains pertinent records and ensures accuracy in the treatment of fixed asset acquisitions and disposals.
- Works with VP, Finance to maintain prepaid schedules and proper journal entries
- Works with VP, Finance to maintain investment schedules and proper journal entries.
- Reconcile and process payment for American Express.
- Review and process all employee expense reports.
- Assists in preparing year-end accounting reports for annual audit.
- Coordinates registration function at the annual conference, including temporary personnel and serves as on-site staff supervisor.
- Performs special projects/other duties as required to support the Finance Department.
Position Requirements
- Knowledge of finance, accounting and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Knowledge and practical experience with computerized accounting software and integrated financial applications.
- Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Strong attention to detail required.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, meet critical deadlines and work well under pressure.
- Excellent written and verbal skills required; ability to communicate with professionals at all levels.
- Ability to provide excellent customer service to staff and members.
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to interact successfully with personnel on all levels of the organization in a productive, collaborative and collegial manner.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently.
Business Relationships
Internal: VP Finance & Administration, President & CEO and all other staff.
External: Member and non-member customers, registrants and vendors.
Environment
A professional environment that is collegial, collaborative, and constructive. NIRI is a welcoming organization: diversity is valued; mutual respect is a core value. NIRI has a zero-tolerance policy regarding harassment of any kind. NIRI considers its employees to be mature, professional adults and expects them to behave accordingly. NIRI is a small-staffed organization where all members of the team have “hands-on” responsibility. NIRI’s members are corporate executives and expect highly professional and appropriate behavior.
Qualifications
Background: Experience working within the not-for-profit sector preferred.
Education: Degree in accounting, finance, or another related field. Experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and month-end reconciliations. Excellent organizational, customer service and problem-solving skills. A self-starter with the ability to successfully manage many projects at one time. Excellent written and oral communications skills and demonstrated ability to communicate with professionals at all levels. Three to five years’ experience.
Other Information
This is a full-time, exempt management position. NIRI’s work week is 37.5 hours. The traditional workweek is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m., with an hour for lunch. NIRI is a primarily remote workplace, and team members may generally set their own hours, but must be available to collaborate with others and respond to calls during the regular business day.
In the office, casual business attire is generally acceptable but formal business attire may be required for certain meetings. A professional, executive presence is expected.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
- Some travel is required, primarily to NIRI in-person meetings.
- Ability to read, write and speak to groups is critical.
- Lifting (≤ 25 lbs.) is occasionally necessary.
NIRI welcomes everyone regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability. NIRI is committed to providing a safe, productive, inclusive, and welcoming environment for attendees, volunteers, staff, and others engaged in programs, meetings, events, and activities, including chapter programs. Diversity is valued in governance, speaking, thought leadership and other roles within NIRI.
NIRI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NIRI complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. NIRI expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.
About NIRI
Founded in 1969, NIRI: The Association for Investor Relations is the professional association of corporate officers and investor relations consultants responsible for communications among corporate management, shareholders, securities analysts, and other financial community constituents. The largest professional investor relations association in the world, NIRI’s more than 2,800 members represent over 1,350 publicly held companies with more than $7 trillion in stock market capitalization. Learn more at www.niri.org.
Please send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to sscott@niri.org.
Position Requirements
- Knowledge of finance, accounting and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Knowledge and practical experience with computerized accounting software and integrated financial applications.
- Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Strong attention to detail required.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, meet critical deadlines and work well under pressure.
- Excellent written and verbal skills required; ability to communicate with professionals at all levels.
- Ability to provide excellent customer service to staff and members.
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to interact successfully with personnel on all levels of the organization in a productive, collaborative and collegial manner.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently.
Qualifications
Background: Experience working within the not-for-profit sector preferred.
Education: Degree in accounting, finance, or another related field. Experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and month-end reconciliations. Excellent organizational, customer service and problem-solving skills. A self-starter with the ability to successfully manage many projects at one time. Excellent written and oral communications skills and demonstrated ability to communicate with professionals at all levels. Three to five years’ experience.