Staff Accountant
Job Posting for Staff Accountant at Appalachian Mountain Cl
Position: Staff Accountant
Location: Boston MA
Supervisor: Senior Accountant
Expected Start Date: February 2017
Summary Description
The Staff Accountant supports the Senior Accountant and other department personnel in carrying out the responsibilities of the finance department. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; supporting the audit process, compliance reporting, accounting and reporting of revenue, capital projects accounting, books publishing accounting, overseeing the plant fund & fixed asset ledger, month end closing entries and producing ad hoc reports.
This full-time, exempt position with benefits is based at Appalachian Mountain Club’s headquarters in Boston MA.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to
- Accounting for capital projects, which include; assigning project codes, reconciliations, and creating reports for management use.
- Maintain the fixed asset ledger and associated depreciation schedules. Record additions and disposals of assets in a timely manner.
- Assist in books related accounting which includes processing royalty payments to authors, project accounting, monthly and annual entries.
- Prepare compliance reporting to various local, state and federal agencies.
- Assist with accounting for building leases and operations.
- Various balance sheet account reconciliations, working with other staff and external parties to resolve discrepancies.
- Post month end accruals and journal entries including; credit card revenues, bi-weekly payroll and recurring entries.
- Assist with year-end closing and audit needs relating to bank accounts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, publications and other needs.
- Backup and support Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processing.
- Other projects or duties as requested or assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting and relevant experience demonstrating skills and ability for successful performance of this position.
- Ability to effectively handle multiple responsibilities in a deadline driven environment, working independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
- Experience using accounting software and reporting tools, or the ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Exceptional user of Excel.
Benefits of working with the AMC
The AMC offers a great benefits package! Here is a partial list that highlights some benefits offered for our regular full-time employees. Benefits may vary based on position.
- Group Health Plan, 75 percent employer paid.
- Group Life Insurance, 100 percent employer paid.
- Long-Term Disability Insurance, 100 percent employer paid.
- Retirement Plan.
- Vacation, four weeks accrued each year.
- Holidays, 13 paid holidays/year.
- Use of AMC Facilities, free and discounted rates.
- Free AMC membership.
To Apply
Please include your resume and a cover letter when applying. Your application should include three (3) professional references and your salary requirements. No phone calls and direct candidates only, please.
The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger. The AMC requires all employees who work in a program or facility which serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.
The AMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. The AMC encourages the involvement of all people in its mission and activities, through its membership, programs, policies, and procedures. Our goal is to be a community that is comfortable, inviting, and accessible for people of any age, gender, race, religion, ethnicity, ability, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. Join us!
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