• Accounting Associate

    Insight Global (Washington, DC)


    Job Description

    A decorative arts museum and historic non profit of Insight Global is hiring a 90 day contract position for a Accounting Associate.

    Key Job Elements:

    Process account receivable transactions.

     

    Perform daily reviews of deposited items and ensure all transactions have been recorded.

     

    Support in bank and general ledger reconciliations.

     

    Support in investment and accounting entries.

     

    Prepare bank deposits.

     

    Process credit card receipts and sales reports

     

    Prepare spreadsheets and reports for deposits.

     

    Prepare reports on accounts receivable status.

     

    Research issues and problems; recommend and implement solutions.

     

    Assist with monthly, quarterly and fiscal year close and reporting.

     

    Ensure accounting policies are followed.

     

    Work closely with the Director of Finance and other accounting team members to improve accounting processes. Enhance financial reporting, establish controls, and implement best practices.

     

    Provide back-up support to other members of Finance department during peak periods and short-term absences.

     

    Other tasks and responsibilities as required.

     

    Inventory

     

    Establish and maintain controls over inventory in conjunction with Director of Retail Operations

     

    Reconcile to general ledger

     

    Grants

     

    Provide supporting documentation and financial information for grant applications

     

    Document proof of expenditure uses as followed-up proof for grant process

     

    Organizational Relationships

     

    Reports to Director of Finance.

     

    Interacts with various levels of staff and vendors.

     

    We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

     

    Skills and Requirements

    Requirements:

    Knowledge

     

    Associates degree in Accounting

     

    General accounting skills and good understanding of accounting principles.

     

    General ledger and accounting system experience (MIP Fund Accounting is a plus).

     

    A minimum of 2 years relevant experience.

     

    Skills and Abilities

     

    Expert proficiency with manipulation and analysis of data in Microsoft Excel is a must.

     

    Strong verbal and inter-personal communications skills.

     

    Follow oral and written instructions; maintain cooperative working relationships; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for a diverse population.

     

    Highly organized, detail-oriented and reliable with demonstrated time management skills.

     

    Willing to learn and able to adapt to meeting ongoing deadlines.

     

    Works independently with moderate supervision, interacting effectively with and quickly gaining the respect and support of museum staff. -interested in the arts