Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant


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Posting Details

Position Information
Position Title
Senior Accountant

Department
Controller/Finance - 122

Position Summary
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition.

The Finance department is seeking a full-time Senior Accountant to support the monthly close process by performing reconciliations and account analysis and preparing and recording financial journal entries in the general ledger. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to: accounting for plant and capital, temporary exhibitions and business development, and ad hoc financial projects.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Participate in the monthly financial closing process.
• Prepare financial journal entries for recording into the General Ledger (accrual, deferrals, revenue recognition, reclassifications, amortizations, etc.) in accordance with US GAAP.
• Analyze contracts for proper revenue recognition in compliance with ASC 606.
• Maintain tracking schedules for billing.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
• Lead the Museum's non-resident alien tax compliance.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly survey reporting.
• Prepare the year-end audit support schedule and provide other support for annual external audit.
• Assist in the preparation of schedules used to complete the Museum's Form 990 tax return.
• Perform technical accounting research as needed and assist in the creation of supporting documentation for implementation of relevant FASB Accounting Standard Updates.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Handle or participate in special projects as needed.

The expected salary range for the Senior Accountant is $92,000/annual - $102,000/annual. The AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.

Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization, and depth and scope of experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or another related field with a concentration in accounting.
• Three years related accounting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP.
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel (Pivot, V-lookups, etc.).
• Experience with ERP systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active CPA license or current CPA candidate.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to move about the Museum campus.

Category
Full-Time

Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period
70

Union Status
Non-Union

FLSA
Exempt

Expected Salary Minimum
$92,000/annual

Expected Salary Maximum
$102,000/annual

EEO Statement
The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law.

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Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
GS1005P

Open Date
05/05/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *
   Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting or another related field with a concentration in accounting?
   • Yes
   • No
   
   
   
2. *
   Do you have three years of related accounting experience?
   • Yes
   • No
   
   
   
3. *
   Do you have strong working knowledge of US GAAP?
   • Yes
   • No
   
   
   
4. *
   Do you have advanced experience with Microsoft Excel (Pivot, V-lookups, etc.)?
   • Yes
   • No
   
   
   
5. *
   Do you have experience with ERP systems?
   • Yes
   • No
   
   
   
   
   

Documents Needed To Apply



Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents