Senior Accountant

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Company: Lower East Side Tenement Museum

Location: New York, NY 10025

Description:

Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial operations at the Tenement Museum. This position report to the VP, Finance and is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and grant/fund accounting. The Senior Accountant also supports annual audits, system integrations, and continuous improvement of financial processes, working closely with internal teams and external partners. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and highly organized, along with a strong background in nonprofit or museum accounting.

Key Responsibilities
  • Accounts Payable & Receivable:
    • Manage vendor payments and expense processing through Bill.com, Concur, and Sage Intact.
    • Ensure timely and accurate invoice approval, coding and reconciliation
    • Process and reconcile accounts receivable, including incoming payments


  • General Ledger & Financial Reporting:
    • Maintain accurate financial records and perform general ledger reconciliations in Sage Intacct
    • Record and track all revenue entries
    • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close procedures, including month end entries
    • Prepare financial reports, schedules, and monitor budgets using Excel and Power BI


  • Grant & Fund Accounting:
    • Track restricted funds and grant allocations to ensure proper use and reporting
    • Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and funder specific requirements


  • Audits:
    • Prepare financial documents reconciliations, and schedules for annual audits
    • Collaborate with external auditors and respond to audit requests
    • Ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit financial regulations, and internal controls
    • Address audit findings and implement recommended process improvements
  • Systems & Process Improvement:
    • Utilize Salesforce and Ticketure for earned and donor revenue reconciliation and financial data tracking
    • Support system integrations and optimize workflow
    • Streamline data collection and financial reporting using Jotform
    • Assist with internal reviews and external compliance reporting

Qualifications & Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or advanced degree a plus
  • Minimum 4 years of accounting experience, with a strong preference for experience in nonprofit or museum environments
  • Hands-on experience with financial systems, including Bill.com, Salesforce, Sage Intacct, Power BI, and Jotform
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and basic financial modeling; strong skills across Microsoft Office Suite
  • In-depth knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and nonprofit financial regulations, including fund tracking and grant compliance
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and present it clearly
  • Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently while effectively collaborating across departments


Benefits
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • 403(B) Retirement Plan with Employer Match up to 5%
  • Vacation, Sick, and Personal days
  • Flexible Spending Account and Commuter Benefits
  • Wellness (EAP and Headspace)
  • Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
  • Hybrid work environment

Salary Range

  • Compensation $85,000 - $95,000 based upon experience


How to Apply

  • Please submit your resume and cover letter via our career portal at https://www.tenement.org/jobs/.

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