Accountant

Description

DEFENDERS OF WILDLIFE

POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Accountant

CLASSIFICATION: Professional 1

SALARY: $62,000 - $69,000

FLSA: Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Finance

LOCATION: Headquarters, Washington, DC

REPORTS TO: Controller

NUMBER OF DIRECT AND INDIRECT REPORT(S): 0

LAST REVISED: September 2022

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accountant performs a variety of accounting duties, with a focus on cash receipts and cash monitoring.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Cash Receipts

• Download weekly stock gifts from online banking system for logging, coding and entry into the CRM database
• Download weekly ACH/wire gifts from online banking system for logging, coding and entry into the CRM database
• Provide coding for Finance-related cash receipts
• Work closely with the Controller and the Marketing department to ensure all cash receipts processed through the CRM database are properly exported from the CRM Database and recorded into the Accounting Database on a monthly basis
• Record journal entries in the Accounting Database for all cash receipts

Cash Monitoring

• Monitor bank account activity on a daily basis
• Prepare daily cash report for the CFO
• Monitor bank account activity for ACH/wire gifts received; provide notification to relevant departments
• Monitor bank account activity to verify timely and accurate withdrawals of ACH payments
• Monitor bank account activity to verify timely and accurate deposits of high dollar cash receipts; update high dollar cash receipt logs with deposit dates

General Ledger / Account Reconciliations

• Perform various revenue-related reconciliations including receivables and deferred revenue
• Perform monthly reconciliations for all investment accounts

Accounts Payable:

• Set up and maintain vendor records in Accounting database based upon w-9's provided
• Maintain electronic vendor W-9 files
• Maintain up-to-date active vendor list on intranet
• Update vendor records for departing employees in Accounting database

Other

• Manage the invoicing process, including creating invoices and following up on outstanding amounts
• Complete requests for baking information in order to receive ACH/wire gifts

Perform all other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's (B.A./B.S.) degree or equivalent

Experience: 2 years of relevant experience

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities for All Defenders

https://defenders.org/knowledge-skills-and-abilities

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities for Professional 1

Administrative

1. Ability to accurately maintain electronic and physical records
2. Anticipate and meet the needs of internal and/or external stakeholders delivering excellent service

Communication

1. Ability to clearly and accurately communicate with internal and external stakeholders
2. Ability to articulate complex ideas clearly, accurately and concisely

Critical Thinking

1. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion
2. Strong research and data analysis skills, including ability to gather and synthesize information from multiple sources to produce high quality work products in a consistent, efficient, accurate, and timely manner
3. Creative problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with willingness to experiment and innovate new methods.

Project Management

1. Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines while balancing competing assignments
2. Ability to remain flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities while remaining responsive to urgent requests
3. Ability to take ownership of a project or process and to use problem solving skills to resolve issues
4. Ability to manage deadlines on multiple cross-functional projects in a dynamic environment
5. Demonstrated ability in managing competing interests on complex issues

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities for Accountant

1. Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
2. Microsoft Dynamics SL/GP or similar accounting database experience a plus
3. Revolution Online or similar CRM database experience a plus

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES, ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Activities

Check all that apply

Frequency

(N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.

N

Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

N

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

C

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

O

Adjusting or moving objects up to 10 pounds in all directions.

O

Communicating with others to exchange information.

C

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

C

Operating machinery and/or power tools.

N

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

N

Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

C

Environmental Conditions

Check all that apply

Frequency

(N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly

Low temperatures.

O

High temperatures.

O

Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

N

Noisy environments.

O

Hazardous conditions.

N

Poor ventilation.

N

Small and/or enclosed spaces.

N

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Physical Demands

Check only one

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

X

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.

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All employees are required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions. The essential duties and responsibilities listed above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Defenders of Wildlife requires employees who engage in in-person work activities, including business travel or onsite work, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. An applicant (i) who is disabled or pregnant or who has a qualifying medical condition that contraindicates a COVID-19 vaccination or (ii) who objects to being vaccinated on the basis of a sincerely held religious belief, observance or practice may request an exemption from this vaccination policy. This determination will be made on a case-by-case basis and in accordance with applicable law. Any medical information concerning an applicant's disability will be treated as a confidential medical record in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Defenders of Wildlife provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, sex national origin, ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, personal appearance, family/parental status, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic in all personnel actions.

Please be advised this position is union-eligible.