The Senior Accountant is responsible for assisting in the development and evolution of the Museum’s financial strategy in this key area. The Senior Accountant is responsible for preparing journal entries, detailed reports/analysis, and account reconciliations. The Senior Accountant maintains accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and may assist in preparing financial statements. Provides overall assurance on financial and accounting operations. The Senior Accountant MUST be fluent in debits and credits and understand these terms with confidence.
Essential Functions
- AP/AR Management
- Review accounts payable invoices, and confirm correct accounting codes were used, which may include verification of federal ID numbers. Generate weekly A/R & A/P reports.
- Enter vendor information into accounting software system and verify that invoice information is entered correctly.
- Processes payments for routine monthly payments, as approved.
- Work closely with Accounting Coordinator, in keeping track of all payments and expenditures related to vendor activity.
- Assist with recording donor checks received and communicate receipt of payment to Development Dept.
- Maintain files of historical financial records, etc.
General Ledger
- Maintains company general ledger and multiple subsidiary ledger accounts, including posting and preparing adjusting, closing and intercompany journal entries. Monitors cash receipts and handles transactions timely and in a secure manner
- Performs account reconciliations between general ledger and subsidiary ledger, and account reconciliations between general ledger and financial statements.
Accounting
- Demonstrates working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and good understanding and application of concepts and principles of accounting
- Analyzes budget activity and related variances on a monthly basis for all entities
- Assist with Cash Management and projections
- Review & Approve Transactions prepared by Accounting Coordinator, as needed
- Assists with the month-end closing process for company’s financial records. Assists in the preparation of internal and external financial statements including income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows
Administration
- Assists Controller and Leadership Team as needed, working on special projects as management requests
- Ensures all business transactions are reasonable, appropriate, and comply with company policies & procedures