Project Accountant [Witte Museum]

The Project Accountant is responsible for the accounting functions relating to the Witte Museum team projects. The Witte Museum has a team-based project management process; the position is pivotal in sustaining accountability tracking and running budgets. The Project Accountant works closely with each department and the accounting team to prepare, record, and monitor the Operating Budget. The Project Accountant keeps the lines of communication open for designing and planning consultants, contractors, and staff team members. The position is a member of the accounting team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs assigned duties related to the accounting functions of team projects and monitors project budgets
• Coordinates department and/or team meetings to discuss project budgets
• Develops a correspondence system to keep designing and planning consultants, contractors, and staff team members apprised of project budget progress
• Develops an easy access filing system on project budgets for both electronic and hard copy filing
• Works closely with each department and the accounting team to prepare, record, and monitor the Operating Budget
• Assists staff with coding procedures, maintaining project budgets, and researching discrepancies
• Manages and records department credit card purchases
• Prepares and records month-end and year-end journal entries
• Assists with Museum Store inventory reconciliation
• Assists with the preparation for the annual financial audit
• Assists in maintaining internal controls, policies, and procedures related to non-profit accounting
• Performs additional functions related to office activities
• Compiles summary documents and reports for the CFO and President & CEO
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION:

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree (BA, BS) in Accounting or related field

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Advanced skills in Excel; proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and PowerPoint
• 2-5 years relevant experience in non-profit accounting required
• Excellent planning, organizational, time management, and research skills
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented individual with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experienced in filing, tracking, scheduling and coordinating projects
• Ability to complete job responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift at least 30 lbs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends as needed
• Must be able to work for long periods of time while seated

The Witte Museum is an equal opportunity employer.

Closing date: Until Filled

Pleaase email resume and cover letter  to: humanresources@wittemuseum.org