Staff Accountant - General Ledger

American Public Health Association; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

American Public Health Association seeks a Staff Accountant to support the CFO and Controller in daily accounting and bank/GL activities. You will ensure GAAP compliance and handle reconciliations for electronic payments and investments, collaborating with external partners as needed.

The role requires a accounting degree and at least four years in progressive accounting, preferably in nonprofit settings. A hybrid work arrangement is available in downtown DC, with overtime and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• College degree in accounting or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit accounting.
• Experience with IMIS and/or Great Plains preferred.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends and travel to APHA meetings.

Responsibilities

• Assist CFO and Controller with day-to-day accounting activities focusing on bank and general ledger transactions.
• Reconcile electronic payments (credit cards, PayPal, wires) to monthly bank reconciliations and general ledger.
• Record investments and reconcile to financial standards; coordinate with vendors and fulfillment houses.
• Support annual audit preparation and ad hoc financial analyses.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General ledger

Bank reconciliations

Non-profit accounting

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

IMIS

Great Plains

Excel

Job description

Assist the CFO and Controller of the Finance Department in carrying out the day-to-day accounting activities with emphasis on bank and general ledger transactions. Ensure the Association’s accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles, Federal, State, and Local laws as it relates to General Ledger Staff Accountant functions. Reconcile all electronic payments (credits cards-PayPal; wire payments) to prepare monthly bank reconciliations and reconcile statements to general ledger. Reconcile and record investment transactions to the general ledger as required by financial standards. Finance staff liaison for outsourced Association subscriptions activities by performing reconciliations and recording to the general ledger accounts. Communicate & coordinate with outside partners/vendors/fulfillment house to maintain workflow of systems, processes, and publication/subscription orders. Reconcile and record monthly deferred subscription activity. Finance staff liaison for outsourced for the Association book sales activities by performing reconciliations and recording to the general ledger accounts. Assist the CFO with special projects as required including preparation for the annual audit and compilation of financial information and account analysis. Perform other duties as assigned based on needs of the department and the Association .

College degree in accounting or any equivalent combination of training and experience that produces the knowledge of methods, practices and terminology used in accounting. Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in non-profit accounting. Must be able to work effectively with staff, APHA members and external contacts. Project oriented. Experience with IMIS and/or Great Plains preferred. Must be willing to work overtime, including weekends and travel to staff APHA related meetings as needed . Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

Position is located in downtown DC near several metro stations. Hybrid work environment .

Hours: 35 hours a week, full-time, Monday - Friday (daytime).

Number of openings: 1.

Vaccination Policy: New Hires and Employees must adhere to APHA COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate Policy.

SALARY RANGE: Low 70’s (salary commensurate with experience & job role). APHA offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

EEO/AA/VETS/DISABILITY. APHA is strongly and actively committed to diversity in its workplace.