Staff Accountant

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Join a team of proud, passionate, and caring people that together share their diverse talents and backgrounds to serve our members and grow the game of golf. Being at the PGA of America means you are supported, respected, and appreciated for your contributions.

Responsible for providing accounting and financial services to the PGA of America sections including managerial and financial reporting. Responsibilities also include review and analysis of general ledger activity, preparation of balance sheet reconciliations, budget variance analysis, and month-end closing and reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES (Specific areas of responsibility include but are not limited to):

Responsible for the monthly financial close by submitting journal entries, preparing account reconciliations and working with Sections to obtain relevant information

Provide support as needed to Senior Accountants or other Staff Accountants

Provide support as needed to EDs and Section Staff

Preparation of the balance sheet reconciliations

Timely and accurate preparation of the monthly financial statements

Work with accounts payable and accounts receivable areas to ensure processing is timely and accurate

Bring forth ideas to improve or enhance processes and procedures

Involvement in team wide initiatives and special projects

INCLUSION:

Contribute to a respectful and inclusive team environment by welcoming and respecting others' beliefs, backgrounds, identities, abilities, and individuality to help ensure a supportive and engaging experience for Association Members, partners, customers, and guests. PGA of America respects the uniqueness of each employee and offers everyone the means to find their place and thrive.

SHARED VALUES:

Embodies the organization's shared values and helps ensure the organization's values-based culture thrives by proactively identifying and addressing any shared values, challenges and opportunities you are experiencing.

SUPERVISION:

No supervisory responsibilities.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:

Assist in the development of section accounting financial statements.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree: (B. A.) in Accounting or Finance,or a related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Four years of experience in Accounting, with GL experience required. Strong knowledge of the month-end close process.

Workday Financials experience is preferred.

Google Suite experience is preferred.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Must have knowledge of accounting principles and practices (GAAP) and process flows, along with month-end close procedures. Must have knowledge of Financial Information Systems. Must have the ability to apply strong analytical and reasoning skills to interpret accounting laws, etc. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive data. Strong communication skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Must have the ability to provide financial assistance for 2-3 sections. A demonstrated understanding of Google Suite products and programs. Knowledge of Workday. Basic fluency in artificial intelligence (AI) tools and concepts. This includes using AI to enhance business operations and drive innovation, enabling us to better serve our Members and stakeholders.

Ability to travel up to 15%.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

PGA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, to ensure full equality of opportunity in all operations and activities of the organization, every staff member employed by the PGA shall be selected under fair employment procedures that provide equal employment opportunities to all people. DFWP.

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