Senior Accountant

DESCRIPTION:

The Senior Accountant will support the Accounting Manager and Accounting Director by providing accounting and financial reporting for the APA Divisions and providing support, when necessary, for APA, two rental properties (the LLCs), and APA's affiliated 501(c)(6).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education: Bachelor's in accounting or Finance, or Bachelors in another business discipline. Certified Public Accountant is a plus.

Experience: 5+ years of accounting at mid-level or 3-5 years in the public accounting field is required.

Required: Nonprofit accounting knowledge and in-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); Understanding of accounting procedures; and Demonstrated systems knowledge as described below. Demonstrated financial statement preparation knowledge preferred. Experience with agile methodologies a plus.

Must be organized, proactive, flexible, and able to set priorities. Must be able to work independently and use critical thinking skills. Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention-to-detail, verbal and written communication skills, an innovative mindset to improve processes, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and across departments. Must be able to demonstrate understanding of accounting principles to include bank and general ledger account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Must have experience/knowledge using accounting software. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV or Business Central a plus. Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables are a must. Familiarity with Jet Reports a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Senior Accountant will be accountable for ensuring all monthly and year end tasks are completed timely, by self or others, and will coordinate with other Finance staff as appropriate; maintain and reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts including bank and investment accounts and resolve any discrepancies; prepare necessary journal entries and/or review journal entries prepared by Staff Accountants; prepare monthly reports in the financial system and review for accuracy; respond to audit requests; assist with IRS Form 990 preparation; review workpapers and financial statements from third party LLC accountants and verify for accuracy and/or answer questions from Staff Accountants; respond to internal or external requests for information. Participate in and/or lead various projects to improve processes and procedures. Assist with system related projects and testing as needed.

Other Duties as Assigned

About APA:

The American Psychological Association (APA) represents 122,000 psychologists, students, and affiliates, primarily in the U.S. and Canada but also in other countries around the world. APA is a scientific and professional organization with about 500 employees and is categorized as a 501(c)(3) along with its 501(c)(6) companion organization, APA Services, Inc.

Job Location: Remote: APA jobs may be considered for remote work eligibility as defined in APA's Flexible Work Policy and are subject to approval. Remote work employees may not work from the following states or U.S. territories: Alaska, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Montana, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, U.S. Virgin Islands, Washington, Wyoming.

Application Instructions:

Qualified candidates must apply online through APA's applicant system and attach a resume and cover letter specifying your salary expectations. Applications that are submitted without both documents are considered incomplete and will not be reviewed for consideration. Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. Please make sure to check your Spam folder if you do not receive an email from us.

The American Psychological Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected categories covered under local law.

APA has a mandatory vaccination policy. All employees must be either fully vaccinated or receive approval from APA for an exemption (disability/medical or sincerely held religious belief) before beginning work at APA. By submitting your application, you agree that as a condition of employment, you must comply with APA's mandatory vaccination policy and other health and safety requirements.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)