Lead Financial Analyst

2 weeks ago

Brooklyn, New York, United States Brooklyn Museum Full time
Position:

Senior Accountant

Location:

Brooklyn, NY

Job Id:

127

# of Openings:

1

Senior Accountant - Finance

Organization Overview

The Brooklyn Museum stands as a prestigious cultural establishment devoted to the preservation and exhibition of art, history, and heritage. Our mission is to foster inspiring interactions with art that broaden our perspectives on ourselves, the world, and its potential. We envision our institution as a platform where exceptional art and bold discussions serve as catalysts for a more interconnected, civic, and compassionate society. Celebrating our diversity and learning about our varied communities through our collections, exhibitions, and programs is fundamental to our identity and purpose.

We are dedicated to nurturing a diverse community of skilled, passionate individuals who are motivated to make the Museum a vital center of community engagement and a prominent global destination. Our staff members have the opportunity to enhance their professional skills and collaborate with colleagues they admire and respect.

Role Overview

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual looking to advance their career in nonprofit accounting within a team undergoing significant financial transformation. A typical day may involve reviewing grant agreements, reconciling pledge payments with the Development team, generating reports in preparation for our transition to the new CRM system, Tessitura, and consolidating unused GLs within our chart of accounts.

We are seeking a full-time Senior Accountant who is a self-starter and will work onsite three days a week.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure adherence to relevant GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Facilitate accurate and timely month-end close for accounts receivable.
  • Prepare journal entries, workpapers, accounting memos, and account reconciliations.
  • Utilize information systems to enhance current reporting, providing organizational leaders with access to timely information for improved decision-making.
  • Establish and uphold internal controls and safeguards for financial reporting, revenue receipt, and grant or program budgets.
  • Ensure monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, addressing reconciling items promptly.
  • Assist with annual financial audits.
  • Oversee the preparation, balancing, and reconciliation of various accounting records; prepare or direct the preparation of records and reports for submission to regulatory and government agencies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance from an accredited institution required.
  • A minimum of three years of experience in a nonprofit organization required.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in good standing preferred.
  • Experience with government and private foundation grants.
  • Experience as the primary contact for accounts receivable.
  • Experience managing multiple grants concerning compliance, tracking, invoicing, collecting, and reporting.
  • Technologically proficient; advanced knowledge of accounting and reporting software, particularly Abila MIP and Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills. Tessitura experience preferred.
  • Strong organizational, planning, and project/time management skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to effectively convey key data, including presentations to senior management, board members, and external partners.
  • Demonstrate respect for diverse perspectives and experience in promoting it within teams/organizations.
  • Exhibit personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a steadfast commitment to the mission; a proactive, hands-on strategic thinker who collaborates closely with the Director of Accounting and CFO.
  • Ability to operate independently with minimal daily direction from management to achieve objectives.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a large organization.
Core Competencies
  • Self-Starter: Continuously seeks ways to enhance the status quo.
  • Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise: Demonstrates a solid understanding of current role and the technical systems, applications, and equipment utilized in this position, recognizing the impact on other business functions.
  • Communication: Effectively writes and speaks using appropriate conventions; actively listens and asks questions to confirm understanding, delivering feedback with tact and consideration.
  • Organization: Efficiently utilizes time by prioritizing and planning work activities.
  • Integrity and Respect: Upholds the highest level of integrity and shows respect towards others and company principles.
  • Teamwork: Shares essential information with team members, collaborates harmoniously to achieve objectives, responds positively to directives, and supports departmental and organizational decisions.
  • Quality: Sets high standards and measures of excellence to ensure quality assurance in all work performed.
  • Accountability: Takes personal responsibility for adhering to company policies and procedures while completing work in a timely manner and meeting performance expectations.
  • Customer Service: Engages in activities designed to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Interpersonal Communication: Communicates effectively based on psychological, relational, situational, environmental, and cultural dynamics.
  • Change Management: Demonstrates adaptability and effectiveness in changing environments, responsibilities, tasks, and personnel.
  • Attention to Detail: Follows detailed procedures to ensure accuracy in data entry and reporting.
Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves issues promptly by gathering and analyzing information skillfully.

Department: Finance

Reports to: Director of Accounting

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $82,742

Union Status: Union - UAW Local 2110

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm

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