SEATTLE ART MUSEUM Revenue Accountant Salary in the United States

Revenue Accountant

OVERVIEW:          Oversees accounting for contributed revenue streams and works with the Development Department to strengthen internal controls for revenue collection. Assists with grant reporting and the application of restricted funds.                  

SAM is dedicated to racial equity and strives for employees, volunteers, and interns who are passionate, qualified, and offer diverse perspectives. SAM prioritizes racial equity in the workplace because we know that people of color are the most impacted when it comes to inequities. We are particularly interested in engaging with historically under-represented groups in the museum field as we strive to be inclusive and equitable. SAM is responsive to cultural communities and experiences, and our strategic plan goals address the role art plays in empowering social justice and structural change to promote equity in our society.

FLSA STATUS:       Exempt          

REPORTS TO:       Controller

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Oversees contributed revenue accounting.  Process donations and other contributed income in an accurate and timely manner.  Work with Development Department as necessary to ensure accurate coding and restricted fund designations.
2. Using judgement and knowledge of SAM’s restricted funds, accurately release funds in accordance with donor restrictions. 
3. Works directly with donor services department at the museum to ensure financial reporting meets best practice standards.  Implements operational efficiencies and is available for consultation with donor services reps as required on fundamental internal controls for revenue collection and cash handling.
4. On a monthly basis, reconciles the museum’s donor database to the general ledger.
5. On a monthly basis, reconciles museum’s endowments and investment performance.  Provides endowment performance reporting as needed.
6. Financial analysis and reporting on specific endowment performance as requested.
7. Provides finance support for new endowment investments as well as redemptions.
8. Serve as the point person for investment managers and advisors for any questions and correspondence.
9. Works with CFO to develop annual budgets for endowment payouts and restricted fund releases.
10. Provides finance support and information for the Grants department, which includes budget pre-planning for funding requests, creating customized reports for agencies as needed, analyzing data and compiling a final financial report.
11. Assists with a variety of annual audits and in the preparation of the annual tax returns working closely with the Controller, accounting staff and auditors.
12.   Serves as a project manager for developing and implementing policies and procedures to   
      strengthen internal controls related to contributed income. 
13.   Financial analysis and account reconciliation for various projects. 
14.   Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

1. BA /BS in relevant field or the equivalent combination of work/education.  Solid understanding of GAAP accounting.
2. 3 - 5 years related work experience with an increasing level of responsibilities.  Nonprofit experience highly desired.
3. Strong analytical skills and detail-orientation.
4. Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and project a professional image when giving and taking information in writing, in person, and over the phone, including the ability to communicate financial concepts to staff.
5. Strong technological proficiency with MS Office products including Excel, Word and Outlook.  Experience with MIP accounting software desired. 
6. Demonstrated experience in exercising good judgment concerning accounting management and compliance practices.  Ability to identify and effectively communicate potential problems and propose solutions to SAM management.
7. Capacity to assess priorities, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and work well under pressure.
8. Ability to take initiative and prioritize tasks; excellent time-management, problem-prevention, and problem-solving skills.
9. Ability to represent the Museum with a high level of integrity and professionalism.
10. Ability to work with close attention to detail and to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
11. Ability to work remotely as needed.
12. Ability to adhere to Museum policies and to support management decisions in a positive, professional manner.

TO APPLY:   Please visit http://apply.seattleartmuseum.org/  to submit SAM employment application, cover letter and resume.

Deadline: October 4, 2020