Manager of Finance + Accounting (Hybrid)

$65,000 - $80,000/Yr

National Children's Museum

Full-time - Mid Level

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About the position

The National Children's Museum is a world-class institution dedicated to sparking the imagination and encouraging children to dream. The museum celebrates the joy of childhood through engaging exhibits and programs focused on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM). We are currently seeking a reliable and responsible Manager of Finance + Accounting to join our organization. This position is crucial in supporting the financial operations of the museum and will report directly to the Vice President of Finance + Operations. The Manager of Finance + Accounting will be responsible for managing accounts payable and accounts receivable specifically for education and grant programming. This includes investigating and reconciling discrepancies in accounts payable and receivable, preparing and managing the museum's cash procedures, and overseeing weekly bank deposits. The role also involves reconciling ledgers and accounts, preparing and submitting monthly DC sales tax documents, and forecasting and monitoring cash flow. Regular reviews and reconciliations of all bank accounts will be necessary, along with providing updates to the museum's financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with internal controls. Additionally, the Manager will assist the VP of Finance and Operations during the annual audit process, including the Universal Guidance audit of Federal Grant Spending, and will play a key role in the annual budget development process. Ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is essential, as is collaborating with the Advancement team on grant expense tracking and compliance. The position requires upholding the highest standards of compliance and confidentiality while performing other finance and accounting duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable for education and grant programming
• Investigating and reconciling discrepancies in AP/AR
• Preparing and managing the Museum's cash procedures and weekly bank deposits
• Reconciling ledgers and accounts
• Preparing and submitting monthly DC sales tax documents
• Forecasting and monitoring cash flow
• Regularly reviewing and reconciling all of the Museum's bank accounts
• Providing updates to the Museum financial policies and procedures and implementing internal controls to ensure consistent compliance
• Assisting the VP of Finance and Operations in the annual audit process, including Universal Guidance audit of Federal Grant Spending
• Assisting the VP of Finance and Operations in the annual budget development process
• Ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Collaborating with the Advancement team on grant expense tracking and compliance
• Navigating grant regulations and requirements
• Upholding the highest standards of compliance and confidentiality
• Performing other finance and accounting duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• 2-4 years of non-profit accounting experience, or a combination of experience and education
• Adept knowledge of non-profit accounting principles
• Demonstrated effective organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail
• Respect for confidentiality of sensitive information
• Strong discretionary and customer service perspective
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Excel, and accounting software

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Quickbooks, Expensify, Shopify, and Bill.com
• Understanding of the Federal Government framework for grants management
• Universal Guidance audit experience
• CPA certification is highly desirable, although not required

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule with the option to work remotely one day per week
• Competitive salary ranging from $65,000 to $80,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Commitment to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace