Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant Full Time Regular Professional Washington, DC, US 14 days ago Requisition ID: 1162 Salary Range: $73,000.00 To $79,000.00 Annually DEPARTMENT Finance and Administration REPORTS TO Controller LOCATION Washington, DC PRIMARY OBJECTIVE To maintain accurate general ledger records for three distinct organizations (Bread for the World – 501(c)(4), Bread for the World Institute – 501(c)(3), and Alliance to End Hunger – 501(c)(3)) by reconciling balance sheet accounts, analyzing discrepancies, and posting necessary journal entries. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES Reconcile operating and investment accounts monthly Review other assets and liability accounts monthly Prepare monthly Visa expense journal entries and reconcile account Maintain the fixed asset schedule and depreciation Prepare revenue journal entries (review the upload) Prepare other necessary journal entries Perform other duties as assigned SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES Represent the finance department in special internal or external meetings as required SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration required or equivalent experience Minimum of five years of work experience performing broadly similar responsibilities and gaining a thorough grounding in professional principles Excellent organizational, customer service and communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information in a clear and concise manner (mostly to internal stakeholders) Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, including ability to conduct research and analyses of multiple factors related to organizations’ revenue and expenses and ability to make data‑driven recommendations and decisions Ability to develop collaborative relationships internally and externally which require a high degree of diplomacy and judgment in order to address and resolve substantive conflicts or escalate concerns to management Ability to work independently as 60% of performance and outcomes are subject to management oversight and up to 40% may be subject to senior management review. Key initiatives are subject to executive leadership review Demonstrated ability to maintain a professional demeanor including dependability, flexibility, willingness to learn, and problem‑solving skills Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office Suite, database software and Internet research; experience with constituent database a plus Knowledge of internal controls and ability to maintain confidentiality Knowledge of accounting software (Solomon preferred) and spreadsheet applications Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines Experience with 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 organizations preferred Familiarity with Christian faith perspective and advocacy to end hunger desirable WORK ENVIRONMENT ISSUES Sitting for long periods of time Lifting up to 25 pounds Kneeling, crouching or stooping to access records in filing cabinets or storage boxes Using hands and arms to reach for, grasp and manipulate objects Bread is a hybrid organization DISCLAIMER Background and reference checks will be conducted on all final candidates. The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. #J-18808-Ljbffr