American Chemical Society
Sr Accountant
American Chemical Society, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
To prepare complete and accurate account analysis and general ledger account reconciliations for critical and subjective accounting areas of the organization fully supported by appropriate evidence and supporting documentation.Responsible for the analysis and recording of complex transactions, typically associated with advanced accounting, such as new guidance for contributions and grants, expense and revenue related to insurance products premium, leases, related debt and liabilities.Responsible for performing accounting production processes, including month-end and year-end close.Performs research as assigned, tracing issues to their source. Effectively summarizes and communicates research findings to the Manager and assists with the implementing solutions.Provides support to the Manager during the preliminary and annual audit requests and inquiries from external auditors.Takes ownership, and initiative and demonstrates leadership in assigned tasks and projects. Capable of working with multiple areas of the organization in requesting or exchanging information.Assist the Accounting Manager and other internal clients as needed. Initiates communication and collaboration with various stakeholders on the organization. This individual is a member of a team and reports to the General Accounting Manager or designated task/project lead on the team.Proactively evaluate accounting processes and systems and contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of procedures, process, and internal controls.Create SOP and job aids when required to document processes and tasks when required.Position Requirements
Bachelor's degree in finance or a similar field, or equivalent experience.8 years of work experience.Ability to accurately apply accounting principles/practices.Strong attention to detail and sense of ownership and urgency.The candidate should be able to work with moderate or minimal supervision.Strong analytical skills, able to work with multiple data sources, summarize and synthetize.Must be able to solve problems and complete assignments with minimal guidance in the time allotted.Expert-level knowledge of MS Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP and other advanced formulas.Detail oriented and organized, with solid time management, business writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills.Proven ability to prioritize, organize and manage workload in a complex fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.Positive attitude and dependable team player, willing focus and commit to get the work done.
This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $80,000-100,000 per year.
ACS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account or health care savings account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and 4-week work from anywhere; each benefit is subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply based on skills, experience, and location.
Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Bachelor's degree in finance or a similar field, or equivalent experience.8 years of work experience.Ability to accurately apply accounting principles/practices.Strong attention to detail and sense of ownership and urgency.The candidate should be able to work with moderate or minimal supervision.Strong analytical skills, able to work with multiple data sources, summarize and synthetize.Must be able to solve problems and complete assignments with minimal guidance in the time allotted.Expert-level knowledge of MS Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP and other advanced formulas.Detail oriented and organized, with solid time management, business writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills.Proven ability to prioritize, organize and manage workload in a complex fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.Positive attitude and dependable team player, willing focus and commit to get the work done.
This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $80,000-100,000 per year.
ACS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account or health care savings account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and 4-week work from anywhere; each benefit is subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply based on skills, experience, and location.
Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)