Carnegie Institution for Science
Staff Accountant
Carnegie Institution for Science, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Carnegie Science is where the next generation of big ideas are born. Our research breakthroughs have fundamentally changed how we understand biology, our planet, and the universe. Founded in 1902 as a home for world-transforming scientific discoveries, today Carnegie Science's mission is more urgent than ever. We are currently searching for a
Staff Accountant
to work at our headquarters in Washington, DC.Position Summary :The Staff Accountant ensures timely, accurate payment of invoices and supports month-end close for the Headquarters division. Supports financial staff by performing administrative duties and coordinating related functions. This is a non-exempt position.Essential Functions:Ensures timely, accurate payment of all headquarters’ invoices and maintains proper supporting documentation for paid bills. Maintains accounts payable files on a current basis, including W-8 and W-9 forms.Receives, reviews, and processes all purchase orders and invoices in a timely fashion. Applies the appropriate tests to determine accuracy and legitimacy (checks math, supporting documentation, authorization). Performs research to answer staff and vendor questions regarding billings. Takes the initiative to identify and resolve billing problems.Verifies 1099 information in preparation for the annual reporting.Reviews and process all employee credit card reconciliations.Posts bank transactions including ACH payments, manual checks, and deposits.Supports team with the full cycle close process including accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, cash accounts, and general accounting ledger journal entries.Prepares monthly balance sheet reconciliations.Assists in monitoring compliance with Institution's various financial policies including the procurement and record retention policy.Support the annual audit and 990 processes by preparing schedules and pulling support for samples.Performs other related duties as required and assigned.Minimum Qualifications:B.S. degree in Accounting0-2 years experience working in an accounting or auditing departmentUnderstanding of GAAP and non-profit accountingGreat organizational skillsExcellent time management skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentFlexible team playerExcellent communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative and service-oriented fashion.Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects in parallel on an ongoing basis.Preferred Qualifications:Netsuite experience is a plusExperience with Big 4 Accounting FirmKnowledge/Skill/AbilitiesHighly skilled in using MS Excel spreadsheetsTo Apply:To apply for this position please visit the Carnegie Career Page at:
Carnegie Science - Staff Accountant
to submit a cover letter and resume.
Only applications with both cover letters and resumes will be considered.
No phone or email inquiries please. Visit us at
Carnegie Science
to learn more.At Carnegie, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community. We believe academic environments should be places where diverse groups of people with a variety of viewpoints and ideas can thrive and work together. As such, we encourage applicants from under-represented groups and backgrounds to apply.The Carnegie Institution is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other protected group status.
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Staff Accountant
to work at our headquarters in Washington, DC.Position Summary :The Staff Accountant ensures timely, accurate payment of invoices and supports month-end close for the Headquarters division. Supports financial staff by performing administrative duties and coordinating related functions. This is a non-exempt position.Essential Functions:Ensures timely, accurate payment of all headquarters’ invoices and maintains proper supporting documentation for paid bills. Maintains accounts payable files on a current basis, including W-8 and W-9 forms.Receives, reviews, and processes all purchase orders and invoices in a timely fashion. Applies the appropriate tests to determine accuracy and legitimacy (checks math, supporting documentation, authorization). Performs research to answer staff and vendor questions regarding billings. Takes the initiative to identify and resolve billing problems.Verifies 1099 information in preparation for the annual reporting.Reviews and process all employee credit card reconciliations.Posts bank transactions including ACH payments, manual checks, and deposits.Supports team with the full cycle close process including accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, cash accounts, and general accounting ledger journal entries.Prepares monthly balance sheet reconciliations.Assists in monitoring compliance with Institution's various financial policies including the procurement and record retention policy.Support the annual audit and 990 processes by preparing schedules and pulling support for samples.Performs other related duties as required and assigned.Minimum Qualifications:B.S. degree in Accounting0-2 years experience working in an accounting or auditing departmentUnderstanding of GAAP and non-profit accountingGreat organizational skillsExcellent time management skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentFlexible team playerExcellent communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative and service-oriented fashion.Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects in parallel on an ongoing basis.Preferred Qualifications:Netsuite experience is a plusExperience with Big 4 Accounting FirmKnowledge/Skill/AbilitiesHighly skilled in using MS Excel spreadsheetsTo Apply:To apply for this position please visit the Carnegie Career Page at:
Carnegie Science - Staff Accountant
to submit a cover letter and resume.
Only applications with both cover letters and resumes will be considered.
No phone or email inquiries please. Visit us at
Carnegie Science
to learn more.At Carnegie, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community. We believe academic environments should be places where diverse groups of people with a variety of viewpoints and ideas can thrive and work together. As such, we encourage applicants from under-represented groups and backgrounds to apply.The Carnegie Institution is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other protected group status.
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